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The conditions of dogs in Africa

Dogs have been a part of African life for many centuries in their basic form which retains its integrity unblemished over the repeated colonial invasions. Dogs are part of the rich lore and often times are used as guard dogs instead of pets.
Generally in Africa, there are a lot of stray dogs in cities, towns and villages. Being a dog lover, the sordid condition of these mongrels can be distressing. In general these stray dogs are quite harmless and a shout or a wave of a stick should discourage any contact. Stray dogs aren't treated very well and are usually quite quick to skulk away. Most of the time they are in search for food.
They're often hungry and a bit on the mangy side. Often people are tempted to pet or feed them, however their(the dogs) conditions does not exceed that. The average African is incapable of proper feeding, therefore it is almost impossible to appreciate the domestic animal, usually regarded as Man's best friend"