The Making of Man’s Best Friend | Dog Tales and Cat Tales
The latest archaeology and genetics answer the biggest questions about dogs. Where did they come from? How can they all look so different? Why do they make such perfect companions?
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Clip Info
- Clip length: 58'25''
- Broadcast year: 2020
Curriculum Connection
- Biology | Reproduction, genetics and evolution | Variation | Variation
Access
Licence: ERA Licence required
Usage
UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted
Content
- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: Dog Tales and Cat Tales
- Episode: Dog Tales: The Making of Man's Best Friend
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