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In regions where horses could not thrive, such as the Arctic, another remarkable animal stepped in to bridge the gap— the Arctic dog. These dogs, bred for their strength, endurance, and resilience in extreme cold, were indispensable to the survival of early humans in harsh climates.
The introduction of sled dogs during the early 20th-century expeditions to Antarctica highlighted their crucial role. The infamous race to the South Pole showcased the contrasting fates of explorers Robert Falcon Scott and Roald Amundsen, shaped significantly by their choice of animal companions— Scott with his ill-suited ponies and Amundsen with his expertly trained dogs.