Do you have a dog? I have a mixed breed dog called Spike. He's such a fun dog to play with.
I used to have a shetland sheepdog. Dogs were the first species to be domesticated and they have been selectively bred forever for behaviors, capabilities and physical qualities. I love my sheltie!
That is so interesting. Do you know how long ago did dogs live with humans?
Archaeological records show that the first dog remains buried with humans was 14,700 years ago. I'm not sure how long they have been pets.
Wow, that is a very long time ago. Do scientists know the direct ancestor of dogs? It's not the wolf is it?
Domestic dogs are members of the genus "Canis" which comes from wolf like canids.
I see. That explains why some breeds appear wolf-like. I think blue heelers are part dingo, which is pretty close to a wolf!
Dingos basically exist in the wild although it associates with humans but hasn't been bred like other domesticated animals.