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The art of breeding Turkmen alabay
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UNESCO - United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
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UNESCO: Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity - 2025
URL: https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/02269
Description : The alabay is a breed of dog known for its physical characteristics (large head, flat forehead, small eyes, strong muscles and large size) as well as for its loyalty, guarding skills and calm demeanour. The breed has been carefully preserved by the practising communities over many centuries. People of all ages, genders and levels of experience take part in breeding and caring for alabays, developing close bonds with them in the process. There are many traditions associated with alabays, from ceremonies related to a puppy’s birth and naming, to the custom of creating protective amulets.
Country(ies): Turkmenistan
© International Association of "Turkmen alabay dogs"
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