Information Hub Of Besties

  Deciphering the Ashkelon Canine Burials at the Ashkelon Dog Cemetery Situated along the Mediterranean coast, near the ancient city of Ashkelon, lies a site of archaeological intrigue—the Ashkelon Dog Cemetery. Discovered by the 1985 Leon Levi Expedition, this enigmatic burial ground harbors over a thousand canine skeletons dating back to the fifth to third centuries BC, prompting scholarly speculation and debate. The unearthed remains paint a perplexing picture: the dogs were interred in shallow pits, positioned on their sides with no apparent burial offerings or discernible orientation. Some exhibited a trussed posture, suggesting deliberate arrangement. Despite rigorous analysis, the cause of their deaths remains elusive, with no evidence of violence or cataclysmic events.   Deciphering the Ashkelon Canine Burials at the Ashkelon Dog Cemetery A preserved grave from the Ashkelon dog cemetery. Photo credit:  Haaretz Leading the excavation, American archaeologist Lawrenc...