Researchers reporting on Nov. 24 say analysis of 2,700 genomes shows that most modern dog breeds retain traces of wolf ancestry from relatively recent interbreeding, with influences on scent genes and certain behavioral tendencies. Read On…
Scientists report that modern dogs often retain a sliver of wolf ancestry, a finding that reshapes ideas about canine evolution and could help explain certain breed traits. Read On…
Dogs often roll in dirt, grass or other strong odors — a behavior Wolf Park researchers say carries scent to share with the group and is rooted in pack hunting ancestry. Read On…
Researchers report that tiny snippets of wolf DNA persist across many modern dog breeds, a legacy of low-level gene flow that likely aided adaptation to human settings, lead author Audrey Lin said. Read On…
A genetic study led by the American Museum of Natural History shows measurable wolf ancestry across numerous dog breeds, with levels ranging from 0.2% in chihuahuas to up to 40% in deliberate wolf–dog crosses. Read On…