Archaeologists discover 1,200-year-old mummified hairless dog in Peru
Reported by ScienceDaily · October 18 at 4:32 AM · Summary by Pawdeck
Archaeologists working at Castillo de Huarmey, a Wari Empire burial site about 190 miles north of Lima, Peru, have recovered remains of Peruvian hairless dogs roughly 1,200 years old. The finds include naturally mummified animals and puppies buried alongside humans, reported in the Journal of Anthropological Archaeology.
Background
Peruvian hairless dogs are an Indigenous breed that appears often in ancient Andean pottery and is recognized today as a national symbol of Peru. Desert conditions like those on Peru's Pacific coast can preserve hair, bone and skin for centuries, which is why such remains survive.
Why it matters
It shows how long dogs have been bred, cared for and sometimes discarded alongside people, and the breed's deep roots in Peru.
What you can do
If you are curious about the breed, a veterinarian or breed club can tell you about its care needs, such as skin protection and temperature.
Written by Pawdeck from the report by ScienceDaily. Background is general information, not advice about your pet; if you are worried, call your vet.
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