Analyses of fossils and ancient genomics reveal how early human populations bred less wolf-like companions, and might have ...

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“A reduction in skull size for dogs is first detectable between 9,700–8,700 years ago, while an increase in size variance ...

Dogs have been part of human societies across Eurasia for at least 20,000 years, accompanying us through many social and cultural upheavals.

A surprising diversity of dog shapes and sizes evolved long before the Victorians began making modern breeds Modern dog breeds come in a mind-boggling array of shapes and sizes—from Chihuahua to Great ...

A raccoon tested positive for rabies after an encounter with a local pet. Health officials say the situation could have been ...

They say dogs are a man’s best friend so here’s a reason to celebrate that special bond - it’s Human-Animal Relationship Week ...

Dr Carly Ameen from the University of Exeter, another lead researcher on this project, explained to BBC News that almost half ...

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A large study in pet dogs has uncovered potential new biomarkers of aging that could one day help both dogs and humans live longer, healthier lives. Scientists have long searched for biological ...

Kafka’s late story about a philosopher dog, like most of his stories about animals, is really about our lost humanity.

Max is the cutest Shih-Poo —a Shih-Tzu and Poodle mix—you'll ever see in your life. He not only showed off his impeccable ...