Canary Islands And Dogs

The original inhabitants of the Canary Island worshipped and mummified dogs; they treated dogs as holy animals.  There are theories that suggest the islands were linked to Egyptians; in particular the dog-headed god, Anubis.  It should be noted that hard evidence to prove this theory has not been found.  The Latin word for dog is canis; one of the islands is named Insula Canaria or Island of Dogs.  The symbol for the Canary Islands is two collared dogs holding up a shield.

(provided by Brandykegs Saint Bernards)
Click here to view our other blog.