Dogs in the Great Steppe were domesticated before our era, just like the horses and sheep, he says. Dogs were the loyal assistants to the nomads: they herded the cattle, guarded their homes, and accompanied during hunts and in battles. That is why the nomads treated these animals with special respect - they were considered one of the seven treasures. It is clear that in those conditions, the nomads and their dogs had to travel long distances in cross-country terrain. And now this lifestyle element has turned into sport in Kazakhstan.
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