Scientists found that elite Maya settlements may have housed imported dogs, including possible early relatives of the ...

You’ve heard of tales as old as time—now meet the tails as old as time! The oldest dog breeds in the world have been around for thousands of years, serving as hunters, guardians, and companions long ...

When it comes to unique and historic dog breeds, few are as fascinating as the Xoloitzcuintli. Often called the “Xolo” ...

Ancient paw prints: Archaeological finds reveal dogs lived with humans before farming or cities, traveling across continents ...

NEW YORK — Using the oldest dog genes studied so far, scientists are finding more evidence that our furry friends have been our companions for thousands of years. Scientists think dogs descended from ...

Depictions of dogs in Maya art and archaeological finds point to a variety of possible roles in the ancient culture.

NEW YORK (AP) — Using the oldest dog genes studied so far, scientists are finding more evidence that our furry friends have been our companions for thousands of years. But exactly when and where this ...

Ancient dogs adapted for freezing cold helped early humans survive in the Arctic more than 10,000 years ago, according to research published Thursday in the journal Science. The study compares the ...

The Greek dog breed, the Alopekis, is a small, fox-like canine with a rich history rooted in antiquity's cultural and rural ...

It might sometimes feel hard to believe when you're looking at a Chihuahua in a cushy dog bed or a golden retriever in a yellow raincoat and boots, but domestic dogs - yes, all domestic dogs - are the ...