Their story is a warning. Disease, colonialism, and cultural erasure wiped out a breed—and a way of life. Learn more in 'Migrations - Ancient dogs of the Americas' — a journey into the lost canine civilizations of the New World. #ancientdogs #doghistory #dogextinction #culturalviolence #dogculture

Reposting this for those who follow my work on the evolutionary history of dogs and zooarchaeology:
I shared this about an hour ago, and it may have slipped by in the feed.
#AncientDogs #Zooarchaeology #DogOrigins #DogsofBluesky #evolution #genetics #history

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If you’re fascinated by how ancient cultures lived with their dogs, Origins – In Search of Ancient Dog Breeds takes you on a journey through time, belief, and companionship.
#Books #AncientDogs #Anthropology #DogsofBluesky #dogsphotos #pets #ancienthistory

Ripoli (Italy) - Burial of a Woman and her Dog - 7.000 ybp

Zooarchaeology helps us read that ancient past. Bones preserve what time cannot erase: size, age, healed traumas, traces of work or care. Each fragment is a story waiting to be told.
#Zooarchaeology #AncientDogs

These myths are just the tip of the iceberg.
I’ve explored the real evolutionary and cultural history of ancient dogs across all my books.
If you’re curious, you already know where to look.
#AncientDogs #CanineHistory

“Native” ancient Chinese dogs
Genetics disproves the idea of ancient Chinese dogs being autochthonous.
The earliest dogs arrived from Siberia ~12,900 years ago, later adapting and diversifying.
Modern Chinese dogs mix Siberian ancestry + colonial‑era imports.
#AncientDogs #Genetics #China

Assyrian warrior with mastiff - Lion and onager hunting scenes - Palace walls of Nineveh 630 BC

No, ancient armies didn’t field “war dog units”.
Dogs were guardians, herders, hunters, companions — sometimes ritual or food animals depending on the culture.
The first documented war dogs appear with the Conquistadors.
#AncientDogs #DogHistory

#dogsofbluesky #dogpics #ancientdogs

Want to explore the full story?
In ROMA CANES MUNDI I trace the history of dogs in Roman society — through archaeology, genetics, literature, and art.
If you love dogs and history, this world will fascinate you.
#AncientDogs #DogHistory #CanineArchaeology #Tesem #BassetHound #ROMACANESMUNDI

In the Mediterranean, brachycephalic or “flat‑faced” dogs appear in osteological remains from Roman sites, including a tomb in Anatolia, about 2,000 years ago.
Small molossoid‑type dogs already existed.
#Archaeology #AncientDogs

Recent research reveals fascinating insights into the first dogs in America. Genetic & morphological evidence shows ancient canids lived there 12,000–13,000 years ago. #AncientDogs #CanisFamiliaris #Evolution #Americas

The dog headed god Xolotl in aztec culture.

Foxi3 doesn’t just remove hair. It influences teeth, skin, and even the way these dogs were perceived by ancient cultures.
For the Maya and Aztecs, hairless dogs were more than pets: they were spiritual guides, healers, and symbols of the underworld. #culture #ancientdogs #science #archaeology

Kazakh Archaeologists Contribute to Landmark Discovery on the Origins of Dog Domestication - The Times Of Central Asia A groundbreaking study co-authored by Kazakh archaeologists has challenged long-held assumptions about the history of dog domestication. The research, titled

Kazakh scientists help show dogs were diverse 11000 years ago overturning assumptions about domestication https://ow.ly/ZMJy50Xz825 #Kazakhstan #Science #Archaeology #Dogs #DogHistory #AncientDogs #DogDomestication

11,000-Year-Old Dog Skulls Rewrite the Story of Domestication New research shows that domestic dogs began diversifying at least 11,000 years ago, long before modern breeding. A major archaeological investigation has uncovered when domestic dogs first started developing...

11,000-Year-Old Dog Skulls Rewrite the Story of Domestication #Science #Biology #EvolutionaryBiology #Domestication #AncientDogs #Evolution

Genetic and zooarchaeological studies confirm: the Slough is not a modern invention, but a lineage that stretches back through millennia. A bridge between myth and science, tradition and evidence. #DogGenetics #Archaeology #AncientDogs

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

Ancient dogs were remarkably diverse, new study finds A new study finds that the wide range of domestic dog shapes and physical attributes we're familiar with today first started appearing thousands of years ago.

Ancient dogs were remarkably diverse, new study finds #Science #Biology #Zoology #AncientDogs #Biodiversity #DogEvolution

📚 Want to know more? I wrote about the Tlalchichi and its social role in Migrations – Ancient Dogs of the Americas, available online in print format. A journey through fur, myth, and memory. #book #ancienthistory #ancientorigins #ancientdogs

🐕‍🦺 MIGRATIONS – Ancient Dogs of the Americas A visual journey through myth, memory, and motion.

Follow the series as we trace the footsteps of the Itzcuintli across time and terrain.

Coming soon on TikTok, YouTube, and beyond.

#MIGRATIONS #AncientDogs #VisualHistory #MythAndMemory #Itzcuintli

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

✨ 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

Genetics don’t lie: the Pharaoh’s Hound is a recent breed, no older than 80 years. But it has close relatives: – Cirneco dell’Etna – Podenco Ibicenco – Whippet The Tesem? A vanished ancestor. No remains found. Only art. #DogGenetics #Tesem #AncientDogs

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

Want to explore the evolution of ancient dog breeds—from myth to archaeology? 📖 Read ORIGINS – In Search of Ancient Dog Breeds 🔗 Taplink in bio #DogHistory #Scylla #AncientDogs #Mythology #VisualStorytelling

Want to explore this legacy in depth? 📖 Heaven Can Wait is a journey into the spiritual, genetic, and cultural bond between humans and dogs across Siberia and Asia. A book that redefines what it means to be “man's best friend.” #DogHistory #Siberia #HeavenCanWait #AncientDogs #CoEvolution

📚 I tell their story in Heaven Can Wait—a journey through Central Asia, Siberia, and Southeast Asia, where dogs shaped human destiny. If you love ancient dogs, you’ll find more in my other books too. #DogBooks #AncientDogs #DogLovers

🐕 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

#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

Meet Gula, also known as Bau or Baba—the Sumerian goddess of dogs. As her cult spread, she became a healing deity. Her dog wasn’t just a companion—it was a living symbol of care, protection, and regeneration. #AncientDogs #DogGoddess #archaeology #history #dogs