Canini is a tribe of dog-like canines including dogs, wolves, jackals and coyotes that inhabit different parts of the world. They are representatives of the dog-like carnivorous families (Caninae) and can be identified by a longer tail, shorter torso, and less pointed ears.

Members of the Canini tribe often exhibit social nature and have advanced expressed behaviors, hence you will find them living in a nuclear family and traveling in groups for cooperative hunting and tackling larger prey. This also allows them to be territorial, dominating areas that they live. Throughout history, members such as wolves have been popular motifs in folklore, religion, and mythology. Besides, they have also been in several literature books and fables, in heraldry and emblems.

True dogs, or Canini, encompass a wide group including both domestic dogs and their wild relatives like wolves and foxes. Generally, they have muscular bodies designed for endurance and agility. Their sharp teeth are perfect for tearing meat, and their strong legs facilitate swift movement. Large padded paws provide stability on varied terrains. They communicate through a range of vocalizations like howls, barks, and yips. Highly attuned senses define them: their acute sense of smell aids in hunting and territory marking, keen hearing picks up subtle sounds, and their vision, especially during twilight, gives them an edge in diverse environments.

The relationship between humans and true dogs spans millennia. Domesticated from wolves, dogs became hunters, herders, and companions. Wild members, like foxes, have been both revered and hunted. Stories, from Aesop's fables featuring cunning foxes to tales of loyal wolves, showcase their cultural significance.

While domestic dogs are deeply integrated into human societies, wild Canini often face habitat loss and persecution. The iconic gray wolf's near-extinction and subsequent recovery efforts highlight the complexities of this relationship. Conservation initiatives aim to balance ecosystem roles of wild Canini with human interests. Our intertwined history with these creatures remains a blend of admiration, partnership, and conflict.