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What dog is closest in DNA to a wolf?
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Two Akita dogs with thick fur, upright ears, and curled tails stand side by side outdoors on a path, surrounded by green foliage. Gray wolf (Canis lupus) standing outdoors, facing forward with alert expression, thick fur visible in natural light.
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Akita
Among dog breeds, the Akita is grouped with the so-called ancient breeds, owing to...
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Gray wolf
Because domestic dogs (Canis lupus familiaris) descended from gray wolves...
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