Why do dogs have pups and wolves cubs?

This is a great question! The answer is that dogs and wolves are both members of the same species, *Canis lupus*. They are simply different subspecies, with dogs having been domesticated from wolves over thousands of years.

Here's the breakdown:

* Wolves are wild animals that live in packs and have specific behaviors and adaptations for survival in the wild.

* Dogs were domesticated from wolves, meaning they were bred over generations for specific traits that made them suitable for companionship and work.

Despite their differences, dogs and wolves are still closely related. They can interbreed, and their offspring are often fertile. This means they share the same basic biology, including how they reproduce and what they call their young.

Therefore, dogs have pups and wolves have cubs because they are both members of the same species, *Canis lupus*, and use the same terminology to refer to their offspring.

Let me know if you have more questions! 😊