The special inquiry into greyhound racing in NSW found that up to 68,000 dogs were killed as “wastage” in the past 12 years. Stewards' reports showed that dogs are still regularly being put down immediately after races in NSW. Twenty-one greyhounds have been euthanised at tracks so far this year. 16 мар. 2017 г.
Why are greyhounds put down?
Retiring racing greyhounds were deemed unsuitable for adoption and put down because they chased lizards, hated cats, or were “too timid”, “too noisy” or “anxious and fearful”.
Are greyhound races cruel?
Racing greyhounds endure lives of confinement, are subject to standard practices that are cruel and suffer injuries and even death. Greyhounds used for racing are kept in cages, barely large enough for them to stand up or turn around, for up to 23 hours per day.
What happens to greyhounds after racing?
Some “retired” greyhounds are put up for adoption, others are sent to breeding farms, and the fate of many is unknown. The National Greyhound Association, which registers all greyhounds for racing, doesn't keep track of the dogs after they leave the track.
Are greyhounds drugged?
Scottish greyhounds have continued to be drugged: one trainer's greyhounds tested positive for cocaine and a betablocker in March 2019. Altogether, twenty-eight drug positives have occurred at Shawfield Stadium since 2009, including five for cocaine.
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