The origin of the domestic dog is not clear. The domestic dog is a member of genus Canis (canines) that forms part of the wolf-like canids, and is the most widely abundant carnivore. The closest living relative of the dog is the gray wolf and there is no evidence of any other canine contributing to its genetic lineage. The dog and the extant gray wolf form two sister clades, with modern wolves not closely related to the wolves that were first domesticated.
In bars and off-licensed premises the Minimum Drinking Age and Minimum Purchasing Age are 18. The Minimum Purchasing Age are for beer and cider is 16 when purchased for consumption with meals (except when in a bar). Children over five may consume alcoholic beverages at home with their parent's consent.
The Congress passed the National Minimum Drinking Age Act in 1984, establishing 21 as the minimum legal purchase age. Drinking by high school seniors has fallen substantially â from 66% to 42% (see chart). During this same period, binge drinking by high school seniors â that is, having five or more drinks on an occasion â has fallen from 37% to 24%.