Can Bones Reveal How Dogs Evolved from Wolves?
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Learn more about the evolution of our furry companions.
A researcher uncovers 30,000-year-old skulls from Europe, which appear to be halfway between those of wolves and domestic canines. But do the skulls actually belong to the ancestors of today's dogs?
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Can Bones Reveal How Dogs Evolved from Wolves?
Clip: Season 47 Episode 2 | 5m 12sVideo has Closed Captions
A researcher uncovers 30,000-year-old skulls from Europe, which appear to be halfway between those of wolves and domestic canines. But do the skulls actually belong to the ancestors of today's dogs?
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Do Dogs Love Us or do They Just Want Treats?
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