They may have been drawn to the discarded remains from ancient human meals, and a new model shows tame wolves could have ...

Competing theories explain how dogs came to be domesticated from wolves. Now, a new study adds further support to the idea ...

In the wild, a single genetic mutation that suddenly produced a miniature wolf would probably pose ... Mutts and mixed-breed dogs can be healthier than purebred ones, especially if they have ...

Researchers from Chapman University analysed 117 skulls from 40 domestic dog breeds and 18 wild relatives like wolves and foxes. The researchers expected to find some differences in their skull shape.

Dogs are well-known for their keen sense of smell, but how does this sniffing ability differ between various breeds? In some new research, border collies–a herding breed–actually outperformed some ...

Yep, that's right our beloved four-legged friends evolved from wolves ... dogs are bred mainly for their looks which has been criticised by some, because it can lead to health problems in certain ...