Debate over dingo versus wild dog, does the name matter

Chris McLennan
April 9 2021 - 7:00am
WHAT'S IN A NAME: Experts agree wild dogs are a hybrid of the dingo, but argue whether they could be called a "pure" breed - and does it really matter they are still a pest.
WHAT'S IN A NAME: Experts agree wild dogs are a hybrid of the dingo, but argue whether they could be called a "pure" breed - and does it really matter they are still a pest.

Scientists who insist virtually all wild dogs are actually dingoes say the term was adopted because it was easier to sell.

Chris McLennan

Chris McLennan

National Rural Property Writer

ACM national rural property writer based in Bacchus Marsh, Victoria. Career journalist. Multi award winner.