Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.

A recent study revealed that a majority of modern-day dog breeds had close contact with wolves several thousand years ago ...

The wolf DNA isn't left over from when dogs and wolves diverged; instead, it most likely came from interbreeding in the past ...

Scientists find wolf DNA in most modern dog breeds, revealing widespread ancestry that shaped size, behavior and adaptation.

Some massive breeds such as the St. Bernard completely lack wolf DNA, but the tiny Chihuahua retains detectable wolf ancestry ...

New research suggests that most modern dogs carry a small but detectable dose of wolf DNA acquired after domestication.

On average, terriers, gundogs, and scent hounds have the least wolf ancestry. While some large guardian dogs have high wolf ancestry, others including the Neapolitan mastiff, bullmastiff, and the St.

Most modern dogs carry traces of wolf ancestry that subtly influence their behavior, appearance, and environmental adaptations.

While these uncommon dogs may have a look and personality that’s similar to more popular breeds, super rare dog breeds are ...

Potential pet parents often look to adopt dogs of specific breeds. Families with young children frequently opt for Golden Retrievers or Labradors, where those who want a more sedentary pooch go for ...

A large genomic study of more than 2,700 canids reveals that most modern dogs retain low but measurable levels of wolf ...