Ancient Bond: New Evidence Reveals Dogs as Early Companions
Scientists have uncovered remains of a female puppy in Turkey, dating back 15,800 years, marking it as the oldest known dog. This discovery, published in Nature, suggests that the bond between humans and dogs predates the last ice age, challenging previous timelines of domestication.
The puppy's skull was found in a site used by hunter-gatherers, indicating that dogs may have provided companionship even then. Researchers noted that while roles of ancient dogs are unclear, they likely shared a close relationship with humans, as evidenced by burials together. The quest for understanding dog domestication continues.
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