Your question perhaps stems from the recent genetic testings reclassifying the 'golden jackal' as “ the African golden wolf”. read more
If we look at the ancient civilizations for similarities/ citing of the werewolf myth then its Wepwawet who is the Egyptian wolf god not Anubis. Although he is frequently confused as Anubis. read more
Anubis was one of the most frequently represented gods in ancient Egyptian art. In the early dynastic period, he was depicted in animal form, as a black wolf. Anubis's distinctive black color did not represent the coat of real wolves, but it had several symbolic meanings. read more
History of the Werewolf. The history of the werewolf has roots in many different cultures, dating back to ancient times. One legend in particular refers to an early Native American tribe in the area that is now known as Wisconsin in the United States of America. read more
Depicted as a protector of graves as early as the First Dynasty (c. 3100 – c. 2890 BC), Anubis was also an embalmer. By the Middle Kingdom (c. 2055 – 1650 BC) he was replaced by Osiris in his role as lord of the underworld. One of his prominent roles was as a god who ushered souls into the afterlife. read more
The rare story of the origins of werewolf history is told publicly for the first time. What you never knew about the history of the werewolf. read more