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Discovery in Turkey Identifies Oldest Known Dog, Deepening Human-Dog Bond History

Researchers have identified the oldest known dog through a discovery in Turkey, pushing back the timeline of human-dog co-existence to at least 15,800 years. This finding, which includes a puppy skull, reinforces the ancient bond between humans and dogs and suggests their separation from wolves occurred over 24,000 years ago.

26 Mar, 12:25 — 26 Mar, 17:54
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