The relationship between humans and dogs is a unique one, with a history spanning thousands of years. Researchers believe that dogs were the first animals to be domesticated. A genetics expert is studying ancient dog DNA to shed light on how wolves became companions.

This expert's work aims to understand the process of domestication. Dogs initially served various practical purposes, such as hunting and guarding.

Further details about the origins of dogs and their domestication are available, including the theories on how wolves first interacted with human settlements.