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قلب الماس · 06-04-2006, 07:54 AM

The Thai Ridgeback Dog of Thailand

History

The Thai Ridgeback dog of Thailand, Asia, better known as the " Mah Thai Lung Ahn" is one of the oldest breeds of stock within the dog world. They can be seen in the archeological writings in Thailand which was written over 350 years ago. They were mainly used for hunting dogs. The reason why it has kept its own original type for years is the poor transportation systems in Eastern Thailand where it has had fewer chances to crossbreed with other dogs

Although not globally as famous as Siamese cats, Thai dogs win no less popularity, or even more, than their feline compatriots among pet lovers in their home country. And among all the Thai dogs, the most acclaimed breed is undoubtedly the Thai ridge back, which, according to a manuscript that dates back to 1627, to the period of King Songtham of Ayutthaya , is believed to have been an ancient breed of local Thai dog.
The script says, "The dogs are big. They are more than two “sawk” tall (one sawk is a traditional measurement which equals the length of an adult's elbow to his finger tips). They appear in a variety of colors and each has a ridge on the back”.

"They are fierce and very loyal to their masters. They are able to feed themselves, digging the earth in search of small prey. They like to follow their owner, to hunt in the woods. When they catch an animal, they bring it to their masters. They are loyal to the entire household. They love their companions. They go everywhere with their masters, even as far as the big yang tree. They are powerful and fearless.... Their ears are pointed erect and stand like the swords of tribesmen...."

Judging from the dog's appearance, a more modern description would say that, the Thai Ridgeback Dog is strong, muscular, medium sized dogs of the Hound Group, resembling in many ways the Pharaoh hound. They have a dense coat, but with a ridge on the back. The ridge, which gives the breed its peculiarity, is formed by the hair growing in the opposite direction from the rest of the coat.