Advances in sequencing ancient DNA have revealed that over millenia, people have moved into new regions in successive waves, ...

New research shows dogs traveled with humans for 11,000 years, revealing early diversity and deep ties between the species.

The human-dog bond supports emotional, physical, and social health by reducing stress, improving heart and immune function, ...

Recent analysis of ancient DNA has unveiled a profound bond between humans and dogs, tracing back at least 10,000 years. This partnership is evident in the shared migratory patterns across Eurasia, ...

A new study of ancient dog DNA shows that people and dogs traveled together across Eurasia for at least 10,000 years.

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

Meanwhile, early dog trade might stretch even further back than the new studies indicate. To find remains from the first ...

A team of genetics researchers has sequenced the genomes of Greenland sled dogs, or qimmeq (plural qimmit), both living and dead. Their results shed light on both the development of this breed and ...

Domestic dogs are among the most diverse mammals on the planet. From the tiny chihuahua to the towering great dane, the ...

Dogs that changed history and captured our hearts Throughout the annals of human civilization, countless dogs have served as faithful companions, working partners, and beloved family members. Yet some ...

Greenlandic sled dogs, also known as Qimmit, play while resting. Markus Trienke via Wikimedia Commons under CC-BY-SA-2.0 Man’s best friend has been our faithful companion for thousands of years.

When it comes to classic dog breeds with strong bonds, the Beagle is one of them. "A home with Beagles will not be a quiet ...