The elegant and athletic saluki means "noble" in Arabic and is one of the oldest dog breeds.
Dogs resembling the modern-day saluki appear on ancient Egyptian tombstones and sculptures.
The basenji, often known as "dog of the bush, village, or wild" in African languages, is another ancient canine breed.
The modern basenji is remarkably similar to its predecessors, who lived thousands of years ago.
The Balearic Islands off the coast of Spain are the purported birthplace of the Ibizan hound.
The appearance of this breed is enough to tell the tale, since it is virtually identical to the canines shown on ancient Egyptian monuments and artifacts.
The pharaoh hound, like the Ibizan hound, is an old breed with roots in the region around the Nile; its very name alludes to this fact.
This dog's natural instincts are to run and hunt, therefore it would perform best in a busy household without cats or other small pets.
Overpopulation has been reduced thanks to successful spay/neuter programmes, and Baladi canines are being rescued both internationally and in Egypt through adoption initiatives.
The Israeli Canaan dog is descended from a cross between a saluki and a pharaoh hound.
It is possible that the French Briard herding dog is the ancestor of the Armant, a breed used on farms and for herding.
If you spend a lot of time watching dog shows, there's a good chance you've seen the gorgeous Chinese crested dog before.