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How hunters in North Greenland bred sled dogs with wolves for aggression, fearlessness, and strength – Polarjournal

by Ole Ellekrog | Nov 7, 2024 | animals, Archive, Arctic, Arctic, Arctic, History | 0 commentsA new study shows how a practice which had almost turned into myth was, in fact, very real. It was described by early polar explorers and is still remembered by hunters in the Avanersuaq region of North Greenland.When researcher

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World's oldest-known living cancer '11,000 years old' – BBC.com

The cancer has survived for 11,000 yearsThe world's oldest-known living cancer dates back 11,000 years, according to UK scientists.It arose in a single dog and has survived in canines ever since, with the cancer cells passing between animals when they mate.A team led by the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute near Cambridge decoded the DNA of

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How dogs search for the lives taken by Helene in western NC – North Carolina Health News

North Carolina Health News News. Policy. Trends. North Carolina. The remnants of Hurricane Helene claimed at least 101 lives in western North Carolina, burying many victims beneath rubble and floodwater. Highly trained dogs have played a crucial role in finding victims’ remains; one canine-assisted search team from Guilford County recovered 20 bodies in the immediate aftermath

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Canine competitors ride the waves at annual World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica – Local News Matters

Ensure the future of local Bay Area News by becoming a Local News Matters member today. Thanks for your contribution! Receive in-depth news stories and arts & entertainment coverage from around the Bay Area in your inbox.Local News Matters Connecting audiences with quality, local news Thousands of spectators crowded onto Linda Mar Beach in Pacifica

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How does neutering affect a dog's health? Many questions remain – Earth.com

Have you ever thought about the impact neutering might have on your dog’s health? If you’re a dog owner, chances are this topic has crossed your mind more than once. While common belief supports neutering as a way to control the pet population and eliminate certain health risks, there is a side of this story

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