Interspecific hybrids called hybrids are individuals obtained by crossing two different
species. Hybrids are found both in nature among wild animals but also have become …

Aim Population fragmentation represents a leitmotif of conservation biology, but the impact
of population reconnection is less well studied. The recent recolonization of large carnivores …

Play fighting, the most iconic form of social play, is often punctuated by specific signals, such
as the relaxed open mouth (ROM) display, limiting the risk of misunderstanding between …

Human-directed gazing, a keystone in dog–human communication, has been suggested to
derive from both domestication and breed selection. The influence of genetic similarity to …

Background Genomic methods can provide extraordinary tools to explore the genetic
background of wild species and domestic breeds, optimize breeding practices, monitor and …

Dogs engage in play behavior at every age and the play bow is their most iconic playful
posture. However, the function of this posture is still under debate. Here, we selected the …

Wolf (Canis lupus) is a species included in appendices of CITES and is often encountered in
cases of alleged poaching and trafficking of their products. When such crimes are …

To elucidate the role of domestication, we used the impossible task paradigm to test
Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs with a known proportion of 'wolfblood'in their DNA and, as a …

Background/Objectives: The domestication of the grey wolf (Canis lupus) and subsequent
creation of modern dog breeds have significantly shaped the genetic landscape of domestic …

Simple Summary Ca Rater Mallorquí is a hunting and ratting dog that prevents disease
spread and economic losses related to rodent activities on farms. Their presence on farms …