Today, September 3, Kazakhstan marks the first Day of the Kazakh Tazy and Tobet, reports infohub.kz.
As noted by Aibek Smadiyarov, adviser and press secretary to the President, the Tazy as a national dog breed is an integral part of the cultural heritage of the people and their traditional way of life. This breed is among the seven treasures ("Zheti Kazyna"), embodying loyalty, agility, and strength.
For centuries, Tazy and Tobet have been faithful companions of humans in the Great Steppe. Today, they continue to connect us with history, the traditions of our ancestors, and their reverent attitude towards the nature of their native land.
The Head of State, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, pays special attention to the preservation, development, and international promotion of the Tazy. On his instructions, significant systematic work has been carried out in this area in recent years. A law was adopted on the preservation and reproduction of Kazakh breeds. Kazakhstan became a full member of the International Cynological Federation. In 2024, the Tazy received preliminary recognition at the international level, and Kazakhstan was officially designated as the country of origin of this breed.
Today, our Tazy dogs perform worthily at major international exhibitions, the breeding base is expanding, and more people are engaged in their breeding. The construction of the National Center for Kazakh Dog Breeds is nearing completion.
Respect for historical heritage, national traditions, and careful attitude towards nature are constitutional values of our country. The establishment of the Day of the Kazakh Tazy and Tobet is another important contribution to the popularization of national dog breeds.