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When did dogs come to Egypt?

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Created: 2022-07-04 05:06:12

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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).


Were there dogs in ancient Egypt?

Ancient Egyptian Dogs Although the Ancient Egyptians named their dogs and often gave them collars, they were not treated in exactly the same way as today's pet dogs. The dogs of Ancient Egypt were mostly working animals. They accompanied their owners on hunting trips and they were frequently used as guard dogs.

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.

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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