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Ancient Siberian Puppies Uncovered: Wolves, Not Dogs!

6/12/2025

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Two remarkably preserved puppies, unearthed in Siberia and dating back 14,000 years, have been identified as wolf cubs rather than early domestic dogs. Genetic analysis shows these sisters thrived on a diverse diet, including woolly rhinoceros meat. This discovery not only unravels the enigma of dog evolution but also underscores the striking parallels between ancient and contemporary wolves.

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Two remarkably preserved puppies, unearthed in Siberia and dating back 14,000 years, have been identified as wolf cubs rather than early domestic dogs. Genetic analysis shows these sisters thrived on a diverse diet, including woolly rhinoceros meat. This discovery not only unravels the enigma of dog evolution but also underscores the striking parallels between ancient and contemporary wolves.