The Dogs Derby (1920)

Dogs Derby in Leith, Edinburgh, Scotland. Full title reads: “THE DOGS DERBY.“ “The Powderhall dog handicap with it’s huge crowds, bookmakers, etc., was a canine counterpart of the famous Epsom classic.“ M/S Track side. Flat capped trainers and owners prepare their greyhounds for the off. The dogs are being held at the start line. There is a puff of smoke from the starting pistol and the race begins. All the dogs race away. Nice high angle L/S of the dogs hurtling down the track at phenomenal speed. A crowd of enthusiasts can be seen to the right of the track. M/S The owners / trainers are standing behind the finishing line encouraging their dogs by waving pieces of white material. There is a large stand in the background full of spectators. Quick as a flash the dogs appear and pass the finishing post. FILM ID: A VIDEO FROM BRITISH PATHÉ. EXPLORE OUR ONLINE CHANNEL, BRITISH PATHÉ TV. IT’S FULL OF GREAT DOCUMENTARIES, FASCINATING INTERVIEWS, AND CLASSIC MOVIES. F