A new research study has revealed that dogs are evolving to fit modern human lives.
Researchers at Sweden’s Linköping University conducted a study on dogs.
They found that as dogs become more urbanized and widely domesticated worldwide, they may be experiencing a new wave of domestication.
Why Dogs Are Evolving?
Scientists claim this is because humans now prioritize companionship over traditional roles for dogs, such as herding or guarding.
Unlike working dogs from the past, today’s dogs are bred and trained to fit modern lifestyles, making them friendly and calm.
Shift is Ultering Their Biology
Scientists believe this shift is reshaping not just canine behavior but potentially their biology too.
A 2017 study found that oxytocin, a hormone central to social bonding, plays a key role in how dogs interact with humans.
The research didn’t mention if the same rule applies to other pets like cats, which are less aggressive.
