What are the differences between wolves and dogs?

The two animals are thought to share a common, extinct wolf ancestor. But dogs and wolves are very different in terms of evolution and behavior. So, what are the major differences between wolves and dogs? read more

Dogs on the other hand can give life to much larger litters often even up to twelve per litter. Again, perhaps this suggests that domestication has provided a more prolific environment to dogs than wolves in the wild. Behavior Differences. One interesting difference between dog and wolf is the fact that dogs seem to resemble more juvenile wolves. read more

Dr. Jeremy Smith is a DVM from the Oak Knoll Animal Hospital in St. Louis Park, Minnestota with 15 years of experience as a practicing veterinarian. read more