Maybe dogs didn't need us at all to domesticate themselves
They may have been drawn to the discarded remains from ancient human meals, and a new model shows tame wolves could have ...
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Chow chows: Ancient dogs with a regal reputation
The Chow Chow is a regal and dignified breed with a lion-like mane, known for their aloof demeanor, loyalty, and protective ...
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Alaskan Malamute: An ancient dog breed that is built to tackle the most challenging conditions
Alaskan Malamutes were originally bred as working sled dogs and they have extremely high energy levels. As such, they are ...
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Alexander the Great’s Loyal Dog That Fought Beside Him
Peritas the legendary dog followed Alexander the Great on the path to glory, fighting alongside his master and saving his ...
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Prehistoric Wolves May Have Willingly Turned Themselves Into Dogs
Transforming an untamed wolf into an obedient sausage dog or clingy chihuahua requires some serious time and genetic alchemy, ...
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Ancient dog penis bone — stained red for Roman fertility ritual — found in UK quarry
At an ancient Roman quarry in Surrey ... believe one of these pieces may be a first-of-its-kind ritualistic stained dog penis bone, according to a Dec. 25 study published in the peer-reviewed ...
But how much does breed shape a dog’s health and behavior?
The result is that many modern breeds suffer from ailments that dog lovers never would have deliberately selected for.
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Alaskan Malamute: An ancient dog breed that is built to tackle the most challenging conditions
Alaskan Malamutes are large dogs that have been bred for thousands of years, making them one of the oldest dog breeds in the world. Prized for being strong and more than capable of working for ...