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.
What was the ancient Egyptians Favourite pet?
Cat. Cats are depicted in tomb scenes as early as the Old Kingdom (over 4600 years ago) and it is in this context that we first see their domestication. Some tomb scenes show cats sitting below their owner's chair, giving the sense that at some time they were seen as beloved family pets.
Did ancient Egyptians keep pets?
Animals were an incredibly important part of life in Ancient Egypt. They were hunted for sport and food, reared as livestock on farms, and some species were domesticated and kept as pets. It is thought that cats, dogs, monkeys and gazelles were often kept in Ancient Egyptian homes.
What was the first pet in Egypt?
It is rumored that Egyptians were the first to domesticate cats, as it was valuable when it came to controlling vermin and other pests. Women also favored cats as companions much the way modern people today look to pets for companionship.
What were Egyptian dogs called?
The Pharaoh Hound is an ancient dog breed that's changed little since their development more than 5,000 years ago. They were the dogs of kings and may have hunted gazelles with pharaohs, hence their name. This loyal hunting companion later made their way to Malta, where they're now the national dog.
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