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GOne to the dogs
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Bank of Jamaica
Market Intelligence Report
April 9, 2008

Jamaica, best known as a tropical paradise and the birthplace of Bob Marley and reggae music, is now getting international publicity by boasting another title. It is home to the only dry land sled dog racing team in the Caribbean.

Don't laugh! Remember the Jamaican bobsleigh team?

Typically, dog sledding takes place in Canada, Alaska, Scotland, and England during winter on snow covered grounds. Of course, Jamaica has no winter. No snow? No problem mon!..."

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