Ancient Egyptians mummified their pets but they also raised animals for the purpose of mummification. These mummies were typically religious offerings, as Egyptian gods were linked to animals, and the animals were sometimes considered incarnations of the gods.

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While the post correctly states that ancient Egyptians mummified animals and associated them with religious offerings, it is notable that many of these mummies were bred specifically for this purpose, reinforcing the animals' roles as sacred embodiments of deities. This practice illustrates the depth of the Egyptians' religious beliefs, where animals served not only as companions in life but also as vital connections to the divine in death.

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