From Rival to Best Friend: The History of Dogs Explained

It's the greatest friendship story ever told, but it didn't start that way. Thirty thousand years ago, humans and wolves were rivals fighting for survival. Today, dogs are family. This is the true story of how enemies became companions—the complete history of dogs explained. 🐾 In this video, you'll discover: How wolves and humans first crossed paths Ancient dog burials that prove our early bond The science behind domestication and “puppy eyes” (neoteny) How Victorian breeding shaped hundreds of dog breeds Why dogs understand us better than any other animal Why Watch? If you love dogs, you’ll love their story. This video uncovers how our best friends evolved right beside us, from Ice Age hunters to loyal pets. Chapters: 00:00 From Rivals to Best Friends 02:00 The First Partnership 04:00 Evolution in Action 06:00 The Science of Love 07:30 When Function Became Fashion 09:00 From the Ice Age to Your Living Room 🐶 Subscribe to Pawsitively Explained for more fun, science-based stories about the dogs we love! #historyofdogs #dogs #doglovers #wolves #dogexplained #pawsitivelyexplained #dogfacts #caninehistory #manbestfriend