Ancient Egyptian dogs were to the greyhounds, salukis and possibly even the mastiff and dachshunds of today. The ancient Egyptians were absolutely fascinated with cats, and it is through that most Ancient Egyptian families kept at least one as a pet.
What were dogs in Ancient Egypt?
The dog breeds of ancient Egypt were the Basenji, Greyhound, Ibizan, Pharaoh, Saluki, and Whippet and dogs are referenced in the Predynastic Period of Egypt (c. 6000-3150 BCE) through rock carvings and c.
What is an Egyptian breed of dog?
Armant (Egyptian Sheepdog) This breed was developed by mixing with local dogs. The dog's name originates from the town of Armant in Egypt, its supposed place of origin in the early 1900s. The breed is not known much outside of Egypt but is used extensively within Egypt as a herding dog and a livestock guard dog.
What was the first dog in Egypt?
The Egyptian dog Abuwtiyuw, also transcribed as Abutiu (died before 2280 BC), was one of the earliest documented domestic animals whose name is known.
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