The First Dogs
The Ancients
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Origins of Horse Domestication and Early Uses of Horses and Dogs
This chapter explores the origins of horse domestication and reveals that horses were initially domesticated for food. It also discusses the early uses of dogs, such as emergency food and fur sources, as well as their importance in survival in Arctic conditions. The chapter highlights the shift in the importance of dogs when agriculture emerged and their new uses, such as sledding and hunting.
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