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Early American Dog History Highlights Population and Roles
A historical survey notes U S dog population estimates from census figures and scholarly estimates, from 1 to 25 million, with many uncertainties due to incomplete records. It traces dogs with Indigenous peoples, Siberian origins, and use in hunting, transport, ritual, and war, highlighting the enduring bond between humans and canines through centuries. The piece also recalls ancient breeds and global contexts, ending with modern US concerns over pedigreed dogs and dog foods and National Dog Week observations.
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