On the orders of Gurbanguly, numerous statues honouring the Alabai — or Central Asian shepherd-dog and the Akhal-Teke horse have been erected. The animals are celebrated on public holidays.

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A 15-metre high gold statue of an Alabai dog was unveiled in the capital Ashgabat in 2020, and the dog has also been honoured with a national holiday.

The history and cultural significance of the Alabay are tied to the geography and history of the region, once again showing how important the dog breed is to the region. As a Central Asian country, ...