The indogg is an ancient, autocthonous landrace type of dog indigenous to India and Bangladesh. It has been featured in the National Geographic Channel documentary “Search for the First Dog”. It bears a striking resemblance to other ancient types such as the Canaan dog of Israel and the feral dingo of Australia. It is an active, enduring and sociable dog that naturally hunts small prey animals but also lives off human waste and scraps. Its modest appetite and healthy metabolism allow it to survive on a variety of diets. In the past INDogs were kept as livestock guardians, property guardians and companion dogs. Contemporary art work of the Gond tribe in central India is full of references to these dogs.
A recent development in the history of the Indian village dog is the resurgence of a free-range population. The reason is the growing affluence of rural communities that have traditionally been economically backward. The increased purchasing power of urban people has resulted in the acquisition of European breed dogs and the admixture of the indigenous village dog population. This admixture is occurring mainly at sites that are relatively remote from large towns and cities.
The resurgence of the INDog has been assisted by the efforts of dedicated villagers who seek to preserve and maintain the dog’s genetic integrity. However, it is unlikely that a completely purebred population of the Indian Native Dog will ever be realized. Genetic testing will eventually be a valuable tool for this purpose, but it is not yet available.
In the meantime, Indogg a group of enthusiasts has been working to establish the INDog as an independent breed. This effort is supported by the Primitive and Aboriginal Dogs Society (PADS), a world-wide organization of people who are dedicated to preserving and promoting the INDog. PADS is currently seeking to have the INDog recognized by the American Rare Breed Association.
We offer this delicious gin as a tribute to the resurgence of the INDog and all the devoted people who are committed to its survival. It is made with seven premium botanicals and infused with strawberry and has no sugar added. The result is a light, smooth gin with notes of fruit and confectionary including candied orange gumdrops and lemon curd. Enjoy it as a chilled shot or in a cocktail. The gin is gluten-free, sugar-free and low in calories. The name indogg is a play on words with the word ”independence”. It is an expression of freedom and independence from all forms of government control.
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