A genome-wide study indicates that Greenland sledge dogs, or Qimmit, do not share significant DNA with wolves. This research highlights the genetic ancestry and migration patterns of these dogs alongside their Inuit owners' history. The Qimmit population has declined dramatically from 25,000 in 2002 to around 13,000 in 2020 due to factors such as urbanization, melting ice, and competition from snowmobiles. DNA samples from ancient dogs offered insights into variations over time, illuminating their unique lineage separate from wolves.
Sledge dogs in Greenland, known as Qimmit, show limited DNA similarity with wolves, revealing a unique genetic ancestry and migration pattern distinct from other breeds.
The Qimmit population in Greenland has significantly decreased from 25,000 in 2002 to approximately 13,000 in 2020, attributed to urbanization and competition with snowmobiles.
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