Dogs and their behaviour.
Behaviour of dogs Dogs: Man's Best Friend They have been selectively bred for thousands of years for different behaviors, sensory abilities, and physical characteristics. This has led to a huge number of dog breeds, each with their own unique characteristics and roles in human society. History and domestication Genetic studies suggest that dogs were first domesticated from wolves somewhere in Asia. Early humans probably took in, raised and domesticated wolf cubs.These early dogs were probably used for hunting and protection. Over time, as humans settled into agrarian societies, dogs were bred for specific tasks such as herding, guarding livestock, and companionship. Breeds and variet...