Dogs in Antarctica

Tales from the Pack

Meet the canine characters who helped Antarctic heroes like Scott and Shackleton explore the icy continent

Dogs in Antarctica weren't just for pulling sledges – they also provided companionship for the humans living on the ice

Some dogs who survived the ice lived out their days in the relative comfort of New Zealand zoo enclosures

Some dogs were noted for their bravery in the face of Antarctica's freezing temperatures and savage winds

Life was tough for the dogs in Antarctica

Many dogs were born on the ice. The puppies were a welcome distraction for explorers and many grew up to pull sledges themselves

Dogs are no longer allowed in Antarctica, but they will always be part of the icy continent's history

To work in Antarctica, dogs needed equipment ranging from harnesses to booties

Early video footage of dogs in Antarctica, plus Scott Base dog handlers tell stories from their time on the ice

A handy guide to the expeditions that took dogs to Antarctica