Still Waters Posted July 20, 2014 #1 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Women in a forested area 8,000 years ago were not only in close contact with dogs, but they were also eating the same food the dogs ate and suffering from one or more illnesses the dogs had. A new study published in the Journal of Archaeological Science reveals that dogs weren't just prehistoric man's best friend. At least some women during the Early Neolithic period, and likely their children too, also lived very canine-centric lives. http://news.discover...#mkcpgn=rssnws1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Lilly Posted July 20, 2014 Popular Post #2 Share Posted July 20, 2014 From the article: “It is possible that females were more involved in caring for the dogs -- possibly more often the ones who fed them, organized living quarters for them, and cleaned up after them,” lead author Andrea Waters-Rist told Discovery News. So then, things haven't changed much in the last 8,000 years? And they needed research to tell them this? 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redhen Posted July 20, 2014 #3 Share Posted July 20, 2014 (edited) This tapeworm (echinococcosis) is still commonly found in Native populations. One research study from Alberta also shows that this ancient gender correlation is still present. "Further analysis was limited to the 22 definite and probable cases, of which 77% were female and 41% aboriginal, with an age range of 5 to 87 years." "The majority of patients were middle-aged females. Previous studies have shown a predominance of males and females and it has been postulated that the sex predominance may be determined by which sex has more contact with the usual definitive host in that country" http://www.biomedcen...1471-2334/5/34. Although there is a dog vaccination providing very practical and cost-effective prevention, dogs in Native communities rarely get this treatment. Edited July 20, 2014 by redhen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eldorado Posted July 20, 2014 #4 Share Posted July 20, 2014 The lead author of this 'study' is a woman. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefenceMinisterMishkin Posted July 20, 2014 #5 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Women and dogs Hmm.. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skep B Posted July 20, 2014 #6 Share Posted July 20, 2014 classy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilly Posted July 20, 2014 #7 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Women and dogs Hmm.. The four legged variety. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilly Posted July 20, 2014 #8 Share Posted July 20, 2014 The lead author of this 'study' is a woman. She became interested in such a study while taking care of dogs! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freetoroam Posted July 20, 2014 #9 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Women and dogs Hmm.. Hmm what? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefenceMinisterMishkin Posted July 20, 2014 #10 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Oh nothing, just reminds me of this girl i used to know who... No forget it.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+OverSword Posted July 20, 2014 #11 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Man I hope you are referring to men being dogs. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefenceMinisterMishkin Posted July 20, 2014 #12 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Wish i was mate.. She was very close with her dog.. Eew! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilly Posted July 20, 2014 #13 Share Posted July 20, 2014 4 legged dogs, I always have neutered. 2 legged dogs, I always stay far away from. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JVG Posted July 20, 2014 #14 Share Posted July 20, 2014 From the article: So then, things haven't changed much in the last 8,000 years? And they needed research to tell them this? I have no idea what you are talking about... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spud the mackem Posted July 20, 2014 #15 Share Posted July 20, 2014 4 legged dogs, I always have neutered. 2 legged dogs, I always stay far away from. The same can be said of cats....cheers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilly Posted July 20, 2014 #16 Share Posted July 20, 2014 I have no idea what you are talking about... Uh...that women were the primary care-givers for dogs 8,000 years ago and still are the primary care-givers for dogs in modern times. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilly Posted July 20, 2014 #17 Share Posted July 20, 2014 The same can be said of cats....cheers Especially if they're 'bad kitties'. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefenceMinisterMishkin Posted July 20, 2014 #18 Share Posted July 20, 2014 There is no such thing as a bad kitty.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imaginarynumber1 Posted July 20, 2014 #19 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Uh...that women were the primary care-givers for dogs 8,000 years ago and still are the primary care-givers for dogs in modern times. I wish someone would give my girlfriend that information... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle Posted July 20, 2014 #20 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Uh...that women were the primary care-givers for dogs 8,000 years ago and still are the primary care-givers for dogs in modern times. Tell me about it. My husband has been "the fun daddy" with every animal we've ever had. Sometimes I have to intervene to make sure all of their training stays consistent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crabby Kitten Posted July 20, 2014 #21 Share Posted July 20, 2014 Women's maternal instincts for lost wolf puppies started it off. Basically people love baby animals too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefenceMinisterMishkin Posted July 21, 2014 #22 Share Posted July 21, 2014 I don't love baby spiders.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crabby Kitten Posted July 21, 2014 #23 Share Posted July 21, 2014 Baby spiders are all too cute. I love em lots. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquatus1 Posted July 21, 2014 #24 Share Posted July 21, 2014 I have always found it best not to let your lady get too attached to your dog because at some point she may notice that he is simply a more low-maintenance version of yourself. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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