dogs
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Commentary
Indigenous Society of Dogs and Cusco
The society of dogs is complex in Cusco. It roams in an out of human homes though seldom far from…
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Commentary
In the Street or in the Home, Cusco Loves its Dogs
In the streets, parks, and plazas of Cusco, in all weather and in the face of the indifference of many…
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Customs
Of Men and Dogs
Day after day in the city of Cuzco people live and maintain to their fullest traditions and customs. Besides the…
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Food & Drinks
The Carisiri, Terror of the Highlands
It is said that sorcerers or people who practice black magic first must pay a heavy price. They are converted…
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Literature
The Dog and a Condenado, a Classic Tale
There once was an old man who had a flock of sheep and a faithful dog. Everyday he would get…
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Native Yellow Dogs of Peru
In Cuzco you will see yellow dogs with fallen ears. They are very common and people call then zorros, foxes,…
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Local
Stray Dogs Roam Cuzco’s Streets
In Cuzco, there are dogs that have no home. They live in the streets. Everyday, you will see them roaming…
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Commentary
Are There Still Native Dogs in Cuzco?
Everywhere you look in Cuzco, you will see dogs frolicking or stretched out resting. They freely roam through the imperial…
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Customs
Cats and Demons in Cuzco
Cuzco holds many sayings and stories. It is a rich land of folklore. For example, even raising pets leads to…
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Misunderstanding the Canines of Cuzco
The first dogs I saw were large, running, and smiling. I was experiencing the culture shock of the taxi, one…
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