Two studies provide scientists with a more comprehensive understanding of how early dogs were domesticated as they migrated ...

To get around that, a team of researchers recently did the largest gene/behavior association study within a single dog breed.

Scientists found that golden retrievers and humans share many emotion related genes, helping explain learning differences in both species.

On average, terriers, gundogs, and scent hounds have the least wolf ancestry. While some large guardian dogs have high wolf ancestry, others including the Neapolitan mastiff, bullmastiff, and the St.

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U.S. scientists analyzed the DNA of numerous modern-day dog breeds, and found that two-thirds of pet dogs have traceable wolf ...

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Dr. Hunt also adds the large and lovable St. Bernard to the list of smartest dog breeds. Known for their ability to rescue ...