African Wild Dog (Lycaon pictus) – Also known as the painted wolf, this highly social and skilled predator hunts in packs, relying on teamwork and strategy to take down large prey like antelope and wildebeest.
Basenji – Known as the "barkless dog," the Basenji is an agile and silent hunter, originally bred by African tribes to hunt small game. Their keen senses and stamina make them effective in the wild.
Rhodesian Ridgeback – This breed was originally used by hunters to track and corner large game like lions.
Boerboel – A large and powerful dog, the Boerboel was bred in South Africa as a guard dog and protector of homesteads.
Abyssinian Sand Terrier – This small, resilient dog comes from the Horn of Africa, specifically Ethiopia, and was bred to hunt small rodents and other game.
Kuri Dog – Native to Sudan, the Kuri is a rare and ancient breed that was used for herding and guarding livestock.
Sahara Dog (Sloughi) – This ancient breed hails from the Sahara Desert and was used by nomadic tribes for hunting fast game like gazelles and hares.