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New Findings Reveal Dog Trade in Classic Period Maya Societies

Editorial Staff · 1 min read

A University of Calgary archaeologist has uncovered evidence suggesting that the Classic Period Maya traded live dogs over considerable distances.

The findings were made in regions of the northern Yucatan peninsula and central Chiapas, emphasizing the extensive trade networks of the time.

This research not only illustrates the economic aspects of Mayan society but also points to the cultural importance of dogs within these communities.