Dog Domestication

What is unique about the dog?

• Its ancestors are wolves

• It is the first domesticated animal

• It can hunt by smell

• It is man's best friend

How long ago was the dog domesticated?

• 15 years ago

• 13,000 years ago

• Between 15 and 13,000 years ago

• Less than 15 years ago

What were the ancestors of dogs?

• Cats

• Wolves

• Lions

• Bears

Why were wolves pre-adapted to living with humans?

• They recognized dominance and sociality

• They were enemies of humans

• They were good hunters

• They were already domesticated

Why did humans and dogs begin to hunt together?

• To protect their dwellings

• To expand their hunting capabilities

• To become friends

• To survive in the wild