4,000-Year-Old Mudbrick Bears Dog Paw Prints Found in Türkiye
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Archaeologists have discovered dog paw prints on a mudbrick approximately 4,000 years old in Türkiye. The prints appear to have been formed when a dog walked over the brick while it was still soft, in an area that lies within present-day Türkiye's borders.
Mudbrick is an ancient building material made from mud dried in the sun. This material was used for centuries in Anatolia to construct houses and walls over thousands of years. Marks left by animals or people stepping on mudbrick while it is still soft can remain even after it dries. For this reason, such finds are regarded as important sources for understanding everyday life in the past.
Experts note that the dog prints show dogs were present in human living spaces at that time. Such remains suggest that the relationship between humans and domestic animals has continued since ancient times. Archaeologists are continuing their work to examine the discovered prints in greater detail.
This discovery is considered another example of how Türkiye's rich history and cultural heritage draw attention. Future studies may provide more information about the people and animals who lived during this period.
Sources: Yahoo
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