Tesem

A Tesem is an ancient breed of hunting dog, one of the oldest dog breeds, that first originated from Egypt, probably around 4,000 B.C. However, recent studies suggests that they appeared later around 3000-2700 B.C. Tesems are known for their lean bodies and noticeable prick ears. They have a greyish-yellow coat, with long legs and a broad prominent forehead. Their size exceedes the pariah dogs of the time when tesems were first bred. The structure of their skeleton is closer to the terrier than that of the greyhound. Today, tesems are a common hunting and police dog, but can make great family pet.