Recent scientific discoveries have revolutionized our understanding of dogs and their history, as they have developed into the breeds and groups of breeds that we see today. Attendees will learn the origins, genetic makeup, and evolutionary forces that led to the diversity of dog breeds, coat types, amazing abilities, and engaging behaviors of dogs that we see today. Learn the newest science that seems to prove dogs may have domesticated humans, rather than the other way around. Discover how both Nature and Nurture combined to create the closest relationship of any two species on this planet: the unique bond between Humans and the Dog. Learn how to apply these findings in your business’ work with dogs. Find out what we learned about breeds of dogs when the canine genome was mapped. What is a “purebred” dog and how does the recent fad of designer cross-breeds fit in to the bigger picture? What is the future for Heritage or Purpose-Bred Breeds? What do most dogs actually look like and how do they live world-wide? Learn where dogs in all their vast variety of breeds came from and how you can use the best new scientific discoveries about Dogs to improve your personal and professional relationships. And discover how dogs' evolution and domestication may have been responsible for the very survival of humanity.