18 мар. 2016 г. · The ancient Egyptians kept animals as pets ranging from domesticated dogs and cats to baboons, monkeys, fish, gazelles, birds (especially .
What was the first pet in Egypt 5500 years ago?
Until recent times it was thought that cats were first domesticated in the country around 1,950BC. Evidence of pet felines has also been found in China, indicating farmers cared for cats in 3,300BC. Archaeologists said that cats were also used as religious sacrifices in Ancient Egypt over 5,500 years ago.
What was the first dog in Egypt?
Some of the oldest dog breeds can be traced back to ancient Egypt. It's often suggested that it was the ancient Egyptians that domesticated dogs. A tomb dating back to 3500 BC shows a painting of a man walking a dog on a leash.
When did dogs come to Egypt?
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).
Did the Pharaoh have a pet?
Pharaohs were known to keep lions and other large cats as pets, perhaps not only as a status symbol, but also for their protective qualities, warding off 'evil'. Lions are also shown being hunted in royal hunting scenes, as a display of the king's strength to overcome even the most powerful of animals.
