Welcome back! This week, McKay travels back in time to meet Abuwtiyuw, a Pharaoh Hound whose life helped define the breed and earn their place in history.

Sources:

“Abuwtiyuw.” Wikipedia. Accessed May 3, 2026. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abuwtiyuw.“Sixth Dynasty of Egypt.” Wikipedia. Accessed May 3, 2026. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sixth_Dynasty_of_Egypt.“Bronze Age.” Wikipedia. Accessed May 3, 2026. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bronze_Age.“Dog.” Global Egyptian Museum. Accessed May 3, 2026. https://www.globalegyptianmuseum.org/glossary.aspx?id=204.King, Arienne. “Pets in Ancient Egypt: Life Was Hard. Really Easy.” JSTOR Daily, February 7, 2018. Accessed May 3, 2026. https://daily.jstor.org/pets-ancient-egypt-life-hard-really-easy/.Dogs in Ancient Egypt [video]. YouTube. Accessed May 3, 2026. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ibBmhux2HI.

Welcome back to The Breed Files Podcast! In this episode, we’re diving into everything you need to know about the Pharaoh Hound. Known for their sleek build, oversized ears, and striking amber eyes, these ancient-looking dogs are equal parts elegance and goofball. But there’s more to them than their regal appearance. Athletic, sensitive, and fiercely independent, we explore the breed’s fascinating history, standout traits, and what everyday life with a Pharaoh Hound is really like. Thinking about a dog that can sprint like an athlete, lounge like royalty, and occasionally act like a mischievous comedian? Don’t mind a companion that’s affectionate but definitely has a mind of its own? This might just be the breed for you!

Sources:

Pharaoh Hound Club. “Pharaoh Hound Club.” Accessed May 10, 2026. https://ph-club.org/.

American Kennel Club. “Pharaoh Hound.” Accessed May 10, 2026. https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/pharaoh-hound/.

United Kennel Club. “Pharaoh Hound.” Accessed May 10, 2026. https://www.ukcdogs.com/pharaoh-hound.

American Kennel Club. “Epic Rescue of 25 Pharaoh Hounds.” Accessed May 10, 2026. https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/family-dog/epic-rescue-of-25-pharaoh-hounds/?utm_source=chatgpt.com.

Wisdom Panel. “Pharaoh Hound.” Accessed May 10, 2026. https://www.wisdompanel.com/en-us/dog-breeds/pharaoh-hound.

Welcome back! This week, Seaira travels back in time to meet Lump (pronounced "loomp"), a dachshund whose life helped define the breed and earn their place in history.

Sources:

1. Pablo Picasso. “Pablo Picasso.” In Encyclopaedia Britannica. Accessed May 1, 2026. Britannica.

2. Milmo, Cahal. “How Picasso Fell for a Dachshund.” The Independent, February 14, 2006. Accessed May 1, 2026. The Independent.

3. Picasso and Lump. New York: Thames & Hudson, 2006. Accessed May 1, 2026. Google Books.

4. “Picasso & Lump.” Wikipedia. Accessed May 1, 2026. Wikipedia article on Picasso & Lump.

5. “Lump (Dog).” Wikipedia. Accessed May 1, 2026. Wikipedia article on Lump the dog.

6. David Douglas Duncan. “David Douglas Duncan.” In Encyclopaedia Britannica. Accessed May 1, 2026. Britannica biography of David Douglas Duncan.