This paper aims to study the impact of dog domestication from the perspective of human society development theory and to examine the benefits that the interaction between humans and dogs brings to biodiversity, highlighting their role in personal growth and social progress. Throughout history, the dog has evolved from a utilitarian companion in Antiquity and the Middle Ages, to a symbol of virtue and reason during the Renaissance, and finally to a multifunctional partner in the Modern Era, becoming deeply integrated into people's daily lives. In each of these periods, the dog reflected and contributed to the fundamental values of the respective society, being not only an assistant in everyday activities but also a symbol of loyalty, protection, and the interdependence between humans and nature. Beyond its practical functions, the dog has become a cultural, religious, and scientific symbol, having a significant impact on human evolution. Thus, the bond between humans and dogs remains one of the most enduring and emotional interspecies alliances, shaping and continuing to shape the cultural, social, and scientific development of the world.
Balacci et al. (Wed,) studied this question.