From Pannonia to the Empire: Tac Gorsium, the Window into the Extraordinary Biodiversity of #Roman #Dogs! 🐾 Let’s travel back 2,000 years to Roman Hungary, where canine diversity flourished like never before. ⬇️ #RomanReigns #HistoryMatters #DogsofBluesky #dogpics

About #Sarama and her #myth. #dog #SacredAnimals #Mythology #dogsofthepast #ancientdogshistory #dogsofbluesky #religion #book

#English Which ancient civilization considered the loyalty of the #dog so sacred that a prince refused entry into Heaven without his faithful four‑legged companion? Discover it on 'Heaven can wait', the #book on ancient #dogs of Asia. #history

In #ancient #China, were #dogs a status symbol or a sacrificial resource? In fact, they were both for a long time! What is the significance of the shift from #dog burials to ceramic figurines (mingqi) during the Han Dynasty (206 BC/220 AD)? On 'Heaven can wait'. #book #Asia #History #art

Do you know who invented the #dog sled? In the Paleolithic era, an ancient group of Siberian #dogs not only lived in extreme conditions, but had already been selected for sled pulling! When did humans begin using dogs for this purpose, and which modern breeds are their direct descendants? #arctic

Forgotten but not gone: the Mesoamerican Common #Dog was a sacred guide — buried with the dead, offered to the gods, and honored across civilizations. From Teotihuacan to Mayapán, its pawprints shaped rituals and beliefs for millennia. #ancient #aztec #History #Archaeology #Migrations

What ancient Asian civilization held a dog's loyalty so sacred that a king would be denied entry to heaven without his faithful four-legged companion? Did you know that sacred texts like the Mahabharata highlight an emotional bond so profound it transcends even the afterlife? #dog #Asia #legend

In ancient #Egypt, #dogs were not just #animals: they were guardians, symbols, sacred companions. Among the names carved on stelae, one stands out — Ankhu, “the living one,” “he who breathes.”

In the Petrie Museum (#London ) you can find two part of a stela with #dogs : UC14322 (left) with a #Dog named "Hemu-Ma" (Ma, the Rudder) UC14323 (right) with a small 'spitz' dog Found in the Koptos Temple (Middle Kingdom 2000/1650 BC) #Egyptian dogs are in my #book ORIGINS

Oldest name of a #Dog we know: Abwtiyuw, buried with honors in #Egyptian age 2200 BC. We don't know what kind of dog it was: maybe Tesem, Sloughi, or something else. We know just it was the guardian of the Pharaoh, who buried him. First VIP dog in history. In my #book #origins

Dogs of the Bronze Age: Companions in the Terramare! 🐾 Between 3,000 / 4,000 years ago, in the Po Valley—especially in the Terramare settlements—our ancestors lived in fortified villages surrounded by ditches and embankments. Dogs were everywhere in these communities, built on farming and livestock.

🐾 Dogs and Ancient Italy: From Etruscan Kings to the rise of Rome (8th–4th c. BC) The Iron Age was a turning point: canine types began to diversify through systematic selection. Zooarchaeology reveals surprising variety: Mostly small and medium-small dogs #history #dogs

🐾 Foxi3: The Gene Behind Hairless Dogs A single mutation shaped the destiny of entire breeds. Let’s explore its story. In Mesoamerica, hairless dogs like the Xoloitzcuintli were sacred companions. Their unique look? Linked to Foxi3 a gene mutation that altered hair growth. #dogs #genetics #history

🐾 The Evolution of the Human–Dog Bond From utility to affection: dogs were not just tools, but companions honored like humans. #dogs #history

FOUR-LEGGED PIONEERS 🐾 The oldest dogs of America walked beside the first humans who dared to cross into a frozen new world. They weren’t just companions—they were pioneers too. Human migrations from Asia began as early as 22,000 years ago, first by sea, later across the Bering land bridge. #dogs

Since the #Neolithic, #dogs have been constant companions of communities in Central #Asia, evolving alongside them. From skilled #hunters and livestock guardians to sacred symbols in ancient rituals, their significance has never diminished. #History #art #STEM

In ancient Rome, dogs were not just guardians or hunters. Some breeds, like the white volpino in mosaics, were pampered companions in patrician salons—symbols of luxury and refinement. #Dog #RomanReigns #mosaic

The Ancient Dogs of the Paraná: a story of coexistence and mystery. Their journey in South America, especially along the Paraná River basin, reveals a deep bond with humans—one that began over a thousand years ago. #dogs #Parana #argentina #ancienthistory

The Sloughi, Ancient Sighthound of North Africa #slough #ancientdogs #sighthoundhistory #dogorigins #dogs #Egypt

#Czechoslovakian #Wolfdog: A unique hybrid of nature and history Born from the cross between a Carpathian Gray Wolf and a German Shepherd, the CWD combines the wolf’s strength and endurance with the dog’s intelligence and sociability. #Dog #Genetics #History

Zhongguo – The Middle Kingdom. It sounds like Tolkien’s tales of dwarves, orcs, hobbits, and elves… but here we speak of #China. Not modern China, but a land far back in time — at the end of the Pleistocene, 12,900 years ago. #dogs #ancestry #genetics

Frederick II of Prussia – The Enlightened King ✨ Not only a warrior, but a pioneer of science. At his court, #parrots, #monkeys, #horses, and Italian #Greyhounds 🐕 were studied with rigor and love. Centuries ahead of modern ethology, he observed #animal #behavior with respect and curiosity.

Roman #dogs and the modern #Galgo Español share clades A and D. But clade D isn’t exclusive to Galgos — or to #Spain. It’s ancient, widespread, and tells a story of trade, migration, and myth. #DNA doesn’t confirm Roman origins. It complicates them. #genetics #romanempire #history

Imagine stepping back 2,000 years into the heart of the Roman Empire. Dogs were everywhere — in palaces and humble homes, in farms and temples. They weren’t just pets. They were guardians, hunters, companions, and workers. In ROMA CANES MUNDI, we explore the forgotten world of Roman cynology.

Here's my new study on the origins of greyhounds, translated into English, which you can download for free on Academia.edu at the link below. #dogs #sighthounds #origins #genetics #evolution #history www.academia.edu/144945568/TH...

In a time before maps, cities or firelight, India held something timeless. Not just mystery or stone — but dogs beside man, long before history had a name. Welcome to a journey through ancient affections. #dogs #India #ancient #History #Archaeology #art

When we think of pre-Columbian civilizations, we picture temples, calendars, and obsidian blades. But few know that the Teotihuacanos and Aztecs bred a unique hybrid: The Loberro — part dog, part wolf. Raised for over 1,500 years. A creature of both earth and myth. #wolf #dog #loberro #mesoamerica

What if the tiniest dog in Mesoamerica wasn’t just a companion, but a ritual guardian, a spiritual guide, and sometimes a meal? Meet the Techichi, the ancient Mexican dog that walked beside the Aztecs, the dead, and the gods. Its story begins in the chronicles of the 16th century, with B. de Sahagún

🐾 Ancient Dog Stories – The Tlalchichi In Mesoamerican civilizations, not all dogs were the same. The Tlalchichi, whose name in Nahuatl means “little dog,” was a unique, endemic breed — short-legged, long-bodied, and deeply woven into ritual and daily life. #Dog #History #Mexico #stem

In the shadow of Tikal, life unfolds in quiet rhythms. A smooth-coated Itzcuintli watches over her pups as Maya children gather, curious and gentle. No myth here—just memory. #AncientDogs #Mesoamerica #Itzcuintli #Tikal #VisualHistory

The Walker and his Kari Inu - Episode 1 Because the hospitality offered was an empty gesture — a roof built on injustice, a village where silence covered guilt. Inspired by Ukiyo-e prints (18th–19th century #Japan) #dog #shibainu #medieval youtube.com/shorts/G1fJr...

Did you know the proud little Shiba Inu descends from one of Asia’s oldest canine bloodlines? Meet the Jōmon dogs — companions of prehistoric peoples like the Ainu, who arrived in Japan over 9,000 years ago. These dogs weren’t just hunters. They were family. #DogHistory #ShibaInu #AncientAsia

Origins of Song Ma Village Dogs in Vietnam Song Ma Village Dogs, an indigenous breed living along the Ma River in Vietnam, represent a unique cultural and genetic heritage. #Vietnam #Dog #dogsofX

✨ Beyond Life: Guardian Dogs of the American Souls In ancient pre-Columbian civilizations—from Mesoamerica to South America—the bond between humans and dogs transcended life itself. Not just animals. Spiritual companions. Guides for the souls of the dead. #AncientDogs #DogHistory #MigrationsBook

A princess once called it “shaped like an arrow.” For Nomarch Senbi II, it was his “breath of life.” A dog so loved in ancient Egypt, it was painted, sculpted, and carved into memory. Today we talk about the Tesem—the mysterious Egyptian hunting dog. #Tesem #AncientDogs #DogHistory

The Hound of Artemis - Stories of Millenary Dogs From the depths of ancient history, between the Bronze and Iron Ages, we discover a dog that lived in service to the goddess Artemis (area of ​​the Syracuse Archaeological Park). #dog #stem #storyofmillenarydogs #Origins #archaeology

#RomanEmpire 2nd century AD Bronze statuette of a barking dog from Volubilis - Morocco #dog

In Homer’s Odyssey, Scylla wasn’t just a monster. She barked “like a newborn puppy”—and had six long necks ending in snarling dog heads. Later myths gave her Laconian hounds: ancient Greek greyhounds used for hunting.

I have to say, last night at the reception, hosted by #xena, I felt out of place (the shorter one was 5'3" and it wasn't me 😉), even though the dinner was DIVINE 🤣🤣🤣 #thor #Heracles #indra #xolotl

In the frozen expanse of ancient Siberia, dogs were more than tools for survival. They were companions, guardians, and spiritual allies—woven into the daily lives and beliefs of Arctic peoples. This is a story of co-evolution, affection, and reverence. #dogs #arctic #history

🐕 Since the Neolithic, dogs have lived alongside the peoples of Central Asia. They weren’t just present—they adapted, evolved, and took on vital roles in human survival. #DogHistory #AncientDogs #CentralAsia

🐾 FOUR-LEGGED PIONEERS: THE OLDEST DOGS OF AMERICA! Long before leashes and kibble, dogs walked beside the first humans who dared to cross into a frozen, unknown world. They weren’t pets. They were partners. Guardians. Family. #DogHistory #AncientDogs

Since the Neolithic, dogs have lived alongside the peoples of Central Asia, adapting to harsh climates and becoming essential allies. They were hunters, herders, guardians—and more than that, they were sacred.

#Zooarchaeology doesn't just study bones: it reconstructs relationships, emotions, and alliances. From the 'Stories of Millennary Dogs' series, In this episode, we follow the trail of ancient #dogs through excavations, myths, and millennia-old silences. #art #archaeology #ancientdogs

Pour nos amis français dont les #enfants sont passionnés de #chiens : le livre « Le Fil Invisible – L'histoire des chiens et des humains pour les enfants » est désormais disponible en ligne au format PDF/EPUB pour 10,99 €. Un beau cadeau pour Noël ?🎅🐶 store.streetlib.com/bambini-e-ra...

Fidenae, 9th century BCE Near Rome, archaeologists uncovered the remains of a dog buried beneath a tuff and clay structure. Not just a carcass—it was a foundation sacrifice, a ritual meant to protect the newborn settlement. #ancientdog #romandogs #dogarchaeology #archeozoology #romacanesmundi #dog

Long before medicine became science, ancient humans watched dogs lick their wounds—and heal. That simple gesture sparked one of the oldest associations in human history: dogs and healing. In Sumer, this bond became divine. #DogHistory #Mesopotamia #art

Did you know the bond between humans and dogs is older than the pyramids? Older than agriculture. Older even than writing. In the heart of the Ice Age, something extraordinary happened. #DogHistory #Archaeology

Have you ever wondered about the origins of the unique hairless dogs of the Americas, like the famous Xoloitzcuintle? 🐾 Their history is far more intricate and fascinating than you might imagine! Join me as we delve into the incredible journey of these ancient companions.

The bond between humans and dogs is the oldest in our shared history. Not just pets—dogs were hunters, guardians, companions, and mourned family members. But how do we trace their origins across millennia? We dig. We listen to bones. #dog #archaeology #civilization #history