Study Reveals 12,000-Year Human-Dog Bond in Americas Using 76 Specimens

Dec 4, 2024, 10:55 PM

A new study has revealed insights into the domestication of dogs, showing that the bond between humans and dogs in the Americas dates back 12,000 years. Researchers analyzed 76 prehistoric canine specimens to uncover the origins of this ancient relationship, which has been a mystery for years. The findings suggest that humans and dogs formed connections much earlier than previously thought, solidifying the role of dogs as 'man’s best friend.'