Name: The Wonder of Dogs
Uploaded: 2013
Description: Are a Great Dane and a Chihuahua really the same species? Explore the remarkable, wide-ranging dog population in a typical English village.

Are a Great Dane and a Chihuahua really the same species? Explore the remarkable, wide-ranging dog population in a typical English village.

Why do poodles have their famous haircut? What makes greyhounds the fastest dogs on the planet? From huge to tiny, or hairy to hairless, how can one single species—the dog—come in so many shapes and sizes? DNA science reveals the often-surprising family trees of various dogs in an English village.

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How can one single species—the dog—come in so many shapes and sizes? DNA science reveals the often-surprising family trees of various dogs in a typical English village.

All Shapes & Sizes

For centuries, dogs have demonstrated that they are highly capable animals. But just how intelligent are they? And how much do various breeds differ in their senses and abilities? Discover how humans have shaped various dog breeds into the hunters, herders and guard dogs of today.

Dogs have long demonstrated that they are highly capable animals. Discover how humans have shaped various dog breeds into the hunters, herders and guard dogs of today.

A Dog for Every Job

How have dogs evolved into Man’s Best Friend? The team explores the psychology behind the special human/dog relationship. Find out why the top ten dog breeds in the UK are so popular, look into the future of emerging crossbreeds, and dig deeper into the history of some famous dogs and breeders.

How have dogs evolved into Man’s Best Friend? Explore the psychology behind the special human/dog relationship and dig deeper into the history of some famous dogs.