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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By around 5,000 years ago, mastinoid/molossian populations likely displayed noticeable round‑eye traits — not as extreme as today, but clearly distinct from long‑muzzled hunting dogs.
#DogOrigins

These dogs resembled domestic lineages but didn’t match any modern clade. They represent a unique evolutionary diversity, distinct from today’s breeds. #DogOrigins #Genetics #Archaeology #Diversity

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

My book is a journey into the origins and psyche of the dog. Not just history—understanding. Not just facts—respect. #AndDogDecidedtoMeetMan #DogOrigins #CanineMind

The Presa Canario isn’t ancient. It emerged in the 19th century from English mastiffs, bull terriers, and the Bardino Majorero. Real history beats legend. #PresaCanario #DogOrigins

This breed emerged from Oriental greyhounds crossed with an extinct native Cretan dog ~5,000 years ago. A living fossil with a mythic past. #AncientBreed #CretanHound #DogOrigins

Its origins likely trace back 7,000 years to Anatolian farmers. They brought agriculture, livestock — and dogs — to Europe. The Molossus was part of that migration. #DogOrigins #NeolithicDogs