Monday, February 20, 2012

What kind of dog was Odysseus' dog, Argus?

Any other details and/or pictures would be great. Thanks!What kind of dog was Odysseus' dog, Argus?
We don't know because Homer doesn't mention his breed, but we can make an educated guess - there weren't many breeds around in ancient Greece.



Argos was probably a Molossos or a hunting dog. You can see him on the vase below.What kind of dog was Odysseus' dog, Argus?
The Aborigines had few material possessions. but the had oral tradition that preserved their religious beliefs and explained how their ancestors created the world. according to a 65K+ years old tradition, (DREAM-TIME) the ancestors of aborigines roamed the earth. they formed mountains, vallys and rivers. aboriginal artists left paintings and carvings. today aborigines have adapted ancient artistic traditions to modern idea's and traditions.What kind of dog was Odysseus' dog, Argus?
Argos's breed is never mentioned.
A type of hound.

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