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Mummified dogs reveal Tiwanaku people buried companions beside homes long before they became status symbols
In the arid landscapes of southern Peru, around 1,100 years ago, someone carefully dug a small pit, laid down a woven mat and placed a young dog within as if sleeping, possibly wrapped in twine.
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The discovery of mummified dogs in southern Peru has provided new insights into the burial practices of the Tiwanaku people. These ancient individuals buried their canine companions beside their homes, a practice that predates the status symbolization of dogs in the culture. The significance of this finding lies in its demonstration of the early bond between humans and dogs, which would eventually evolve into a more complex relationship.
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