The ancient Egyptians kept animals as pets ranging from domesticated dogs and cats to baboons, monkeys, fish, gazelles, birds (especially falcons), lions, mongoose, and hippos. Crocodiles were even kept as sacred animals in the temples of the god Sobek. 18 мар. 2016 г.
When did Egyptians domesticate dogs?
The earliest reference to dogs in Egypt comes to us from the predynastic period. Bones of domesticated dogs have been discovered dating to the fifth millennium BC in Egypt, and we find the first representation of domesticated dogs on the Moscow cup from the Badarian age (4000-4500 BC).
What dog breeds did Egyptians have?
Three main types of dogs are shown in Ancient Egypt, these being the pariah dog, the greyhound-like dog and a mastiff-type dog. It is assumed that there were two types of greyhound-like breeds, these being the older Tesem and the Saluki/Sloughi type.
What animals did they domesticate in ancient Egypt?
The Egyptians made use of domesticated animals such as pigs, geese, sheep and goats. They used almost all of the animals for eggs, meat, milk, skins, fat and horns.
What were dogs used for in ancient Egypt?
Dogs in Ancient Egypt. Dogs are the earliest domesticated animals (maybe around 10 000 BC in the Near East). They were used as guardians, helper at hunts, and pets.
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