The re-engineered pitbulls are just a symptom of what ails current society; its why I specifically referred to Egypt's pet mummification PERIOD.

I'm not opposed to dog ownership by those among us who have a need for dogs and their natures, my opposition is to those who treat all creation as appendages for self-gratification and self-indulgence. That my friend counts among the proclivities of Western societies. I'm sure your life as a Black man will attest to their proprietary nature.

As far as Iran/Persia; often times a jewel is found buried under loads of debris.