21/05/2026
Grover Krantz spent his life teaching students about human evolution. He was a professor at Washington State University and was also known for studying the mystery of Sasquatch, often called Bigfoot. But one of the most touching parts of his story came after his demise.
Krantz once spoke to Smithsonian anthropologist David Hunt about donating his body to science. He said he had been a teacher his whole life, so he thought he could continue teaching even after he passed away. Hunt agreed to accept the donation, but Krantz had one special request. He wanted to stay with his beloved dog, Clyde.
Clyde had been his loyal companion for years, and Krantz deeply cared for him. He did not want them separated, even in demise. His wish was honored.
After both Krantz and Clyde passed away, museum taxidermist Paul Rhymer carefully arranged their skeletons together. He used a real photograph of the pair as inspiration. The final display showed Clyde resting affectionately beside his owner, capturing the close bond they shared during life.
In 2009, their skeletons were placed on display at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History in the “Written in Bone” exhibition. Visitors saw more than bones behind glass. They saw friendship, loyalty, and love between a man and his dog.
Even after demise, Grover Krantz continued teaching people — not only about science, but also about the deep connection between humans and animals.