For 15,000 years, humans and dogs have been changing together, creating one of evolution’s most remarkable partnerships. Dogs have long been known as “man’s best friend,” and archaeology suggests that bond reaches deep into prehistory. Dogs have been discovered buried beside humans in graves dating back 14,000 years. They also appear in ancient artwork from [...]
The relationship between humans and dogs dates back about 15,000 years, when these animals began to integrate into the life of hunter-gatherers. This evolutionary partnership generated a deep bond, reflected in...