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There are about 40 species in the dog family, Canidae.

Correct. There are 38 species in the dog family, Canidae, of which dogs and wolves only comprise a small percentage. Jackals, foxes, and zorros make up the majority. There is only one species of fully domesticated dog, Canis familiaris.

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