8 Dog Breeds That Originated in Africa

1.Saluki

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2.Rhodesian Ridgeback

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3.African Wild Dog

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4.Aidi

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5.Boerboel

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6.Sloughi

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7.Basenji

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8.Chinese Crested

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8 Best Scottish Dog Breeds

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