DOG

The domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris when considered a subspecies of the wolf or Canis familiaris when considered a distinct species)5 is a member of the genus Canis (canines), which forms part of the wolf-like canids,6 and is the most widely abundant terrestrial carnivore.7891011 The dog and the extant gray wolf are sister taxa121314 as modern wolves are not closely related to the wolves that were first domesticated,1314 which implies that the direct ancestor of the dog is extinct.15 The dog was the first species to be domesticated1416 and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes.17Domestic dogs have been selectively bred for millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes.17 Modern dog breeds show more variation in size, appearance, and behavior than any other domestic animal.

dogs are pretty cool