The scientific name for the domestic dog is Canis lupus familiaris. Here’s a breakdown of its classification:
- Domain: Eukaryota
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Chordata
- Class: Mammalia
- Order: Carnivora
- Family: Canidae
- Genus: Canis
- Species: Canis lupus
- Subspecies: Canis lupus familiaris
Canis lupus familiaris is a subspecies of the gray wolf (Canis lupus), reflecting the dog’s evolutionary lineage. This classification helps in understanding the domestic dog’s role within the broader context of animal taxonomy and its evolutionary relationship with wild canids.
