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Alopekis

Also known as Alepoudaki, Greek small dog.

Related breedBasenji3000 BCE to 1937 · Democratic Republic of the Congo

Alopekis at a glance

Origin
Greece
Appeared
500 BCE to 1900 (uncertain)
Family
Pariah & Village Dog
Type
Pariah / village dog
Size
Small
Life span
12 to 15 years
Recognised by
NATIONAL
Status
Living

The name. Greek alōpekís, "fox-like", from alōpēx ("fox").

Same familyDingo3000 BCE to 1500 BCE · Australia

Family and relatives

Same eraMaltese500 BCE to 1888 · Malta

Place in time

The Alopekis appears 500 BCE to 1900 (uncertain), in the Ancient World, when 68 breeds first appeared.

A full article on the Alopekis is coming. Meanwhile, the Border Collie shows what every breed page will hold: see the Border Collie.