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The First Dogs

The Ancients

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The Origins and Domestication of Dogs

This chapter explores the evidence and theories surrounding the origins and domestication of dogs. It discusses the challenges of studying dog domestication, the genetic evidence of dogs dating back to 23,000 years ago, and the various types of material available for analysis. The chapter also explores the debate on whether dog domestication originated from one area or occurred independently in different regions.

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