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We see here a dog sled team during a race in February 1926. This winter sport was becoming very popular in Canada, especially during carnavals. There were two types of race: short-distance sprints and endurance. These could last several days during which the dogs ran hundreds of kilometres.
1915 - 1929

A faithful friend throughout history

This album features our four-legged best friend: the dog. Whether helping with everyday chores or chaperoning the children, dogs have been full members of Québec City families for generations. Come and see them for yourself, with all their good company and loyalty, in these photos dating back to the early 20th century. What memories do these images from a bygone era stir for you?

Dog sled team in a race

Studio Brunet We see here a dog sled team during a race in February 1926. This winter sport was becoming very popular in Canada, especially during carnavals. There were two types of race: short-distance sprints and endurance. These could last several days during which the dogs ran hundreds of kilometres.
Chronoscope What comments does this image evoke for you? (unilingual French for a limited time) Source: Ville de Québec Document in the public domain (free of copyright) - Raymond Villeneuve Fonds - Date: 1926–02