The dog is considered a predator and has been around for a very long time. It is descended from the wolf. In the Stone Age, Neanderthals started breeding wolves more and more carefully. Thus, more and more intelligent and less aggressive cubs were born. Breeding eventually created dogs and different breeds of dogs. In this blog we would like to explain to you the oldest dog breeds.
- Afghan hound
This beautifully elegant breed has been around for a very long time. 4000 years ago, the breed was already painted on Afghan drawings. In Afghanistan, the greyhound was used as a hunting dog. The character of the Afghan greyhound typifies itself as independent, intelligent, friendly and a tad aloof.
2. Akita Inu
The Akita is one of the oldest native breeds of Japan. This breed finds its origin about 4,000 years ago. In fact, bone remains of this breed have been found in Japan. The character of the Akita Inu typifies itself as courageous, independent, stubborn and loyal.
3. Basenji
The Basenji originated in Congo-Kinshasa. In Egyptian pyramids, the Basenji was already depicted. They were used to chase away reed rats in Africa. The Basenji's character is curious, stubborn and intelligent. Releasing the Basenji can be a problem, as it likes to hunt game due to its hunting history.
4. Shar-Pei
The Shar-Pei is an ancient breed that has been around since 220 BC. Originally from China, the Shar-Pei is a sweet family dog and is very intelligent.
5. Chow Chow
The Chow-Chow has been known in China for about 3,000 years. The Chow-Chow is independent and stubborn, in fact he is very attached to familiar people. A fun fact about the Chow-Chow is that it has a blue tongue. He is born with a pink tongue and two months later the tongue turns blue.
6. Pekinese
This small breed is about 2,000 years old and originated in China. He was highly regarded at the court in China. His character typifies as stubborn, independent, friendly and sociable.
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