Amanda Grieve

The Human-Dog Relationship in Early Medieval England and Irelan (c. AD 400-1250)

Supervisor: Professor David Hinton

Abstract:

The research project combines archaeological, historical and anthrozoological
information in an attempt to forward our understanding of the human-dog relationship
in early medieval England and Ireland (c AD 400-1250). The key areas being
considered include dog functionality; their morphology; and their treatment during
life and on death. Other areas, such as the introduction of Christianity to England and
Ireland, will be examined to see if this led to changes in people’s perception of dogs
during this time period.

email: a.l.grieve@soton.ac.uk