Devonport dogs will be given a new place to die
After 70 years of racing, the Devonport track in Tasmania closed on March 22, 2022. The racing track will replace the Devonport track, partially funded by the state government ($8 million). In Latrobe, the racetrack will be a $16 million greyhound and harness racing complex. The specific date, however, is uncertain at this moment. The […]
Moving away from training dogs as disposable commodities
by Warren Young, Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds As an Associate Professor in Exercise Sport & Science, Warren has a special interest in speed and agility training and assessment. In countries with huge populations, human athletes are often pushed so hard physically and mentally that they might break down. Why would this be allowed […]
Warrnambool video doesn’t lie
Greyhound racing’s truth was recently exposed at the Warrnambool VIC track. Three horrific falls and a significant back injury were captured on camera from the marathon on March 17th. From two perspectives, these injuries are exhibited in real-time and slow-motion. The racing industry “loves” its dogs in this way. The Warrnambool Incidents: Race 1: […]
28 days, 15 deaths. February a deadly month for greyhounds
How can prize-winning greyhounds become losers? That’s the $275,000 question. And that’s how much the 15 greyhounds killed on Australian tracks in February had won before their careers were tragically cut short. The tracksVictoria was the deadliest state for greyhounds in February, with seven greyhounds losing their lives for gambling “entertainment”. Special mention goes to […]
Human sprint events vs greyhound racing
by Warren Young, Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds As a professional in sport science with coaching qualifications in track and field and strength and conditioning, I have made some observations comparing the human sprint events with greyhound racing. Track design In track and field, there are 3 sprint events; the 100m, 200m and 400m. […]