A saluki's height and slenderness are immediately noticeable. Although slender, salukis are powerful, balanced, and athletic. Historians say the breed is one of the earliest, maybe from 7000 B.C.
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The Rhodesian ridgeback was formed by breeding the native ridged Khoikhoi dog with European terriers introduced to southern Africa by Dutch colonists. Ridged dogs were great hunting dogs because they could fight lions.
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The African wild dog, Lycaon pictus, is a rare canine species that roams sub-Saharan Africa's plains and woods in packs. Undomesticated wild canines are like African wolves.
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Despite coming from torrid Africa, the Aidi has a thick, dense, and velvety coat. Aidis resemble sheepdogs due to their thick coats. Moroccans created the species to defend their mountain workers from predators.
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Due to their strong build and blocky head, boerboels are sometimes mistaken for mastiffs or cane Corsos. Boerboels are bright, loyal, and fantastic with youngsters, despite their frightening appearance.
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Long bodies and different skin tones characterize this unique African breed. This breed is primarily notable for its hairlessness. Hair may have covered their heads and tails.
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Chinese cresteds are said to have originated from African hairless canines mixed with lesser Chinese varieties. If you watch dog shows, you may know the cute Chinese crested dog.
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The white, fluffy coton de Tulear is perhaps the last thing you think of when you hear "African dog." Happy companion dog, this small, squat cotton puff likes entertaining its owners with crazy antics and interesting tricks. Madagascar's aristocrats loved the breed as a lapdog.
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