A total of 25 preserved canid prints were discovered in various chambers of the Grotta della Bàsura in northwest Italy. In ...

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

Animal scientists have found new evidence to suggest that dogs can be neurodivergent, much like their human counterparts.

Researchers sequenced and analyzed the genomes of 17 ancient dogs from Siberia, East Asia, and the Central Asian Steppe. Moreover, the analysis covered a large stretch of time, with specimens between ...

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

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

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

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

A genomic study shows that over the last 10,000 years, diverse Eurasian cultures kept and spread genetically distinct dog populations.

From village dogs to toy poodles to mastiffs, dogs come in an astonishing array of shapes, colors and sizes. Today there are ...

Your furry friend's personality is a key factor for a harmonious life with people. In fact, there are some dog breeds that form much stronger bonds with humans than with other dogs. That's right!