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Study Reveals Ancient Bond Between Humans and Dogs Dating Back Over 15,000 Years

Published March 26, 2026

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Scientists have uncovered evidence of humans' relationship with dogs stretching back more than 15,000 years. This newfound timeline suggests our canine companionship predates even farming.

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Recent research indicates that the bond between humans and dogs formed over 15,000 years ago, longer than previously believed. Evidence shows wide distribution of dogs across western Eurasia during the Palaeolithic. This suggests that humans had formed relationships with dogs before the advent of agriculture, marking an early form of companionship. The discovery has reshaped our understanding of canine domestication history.

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