Disabled greyhounds forced to race
Twelve young greyhounds lost their lives on Australian tracks in August 2024. Ten were killed by industry on-track vets while a further two died in the catching pen post-race.
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Relentless horror at Wentworth Park in November
The Wentworth Park racetrack, one of Australia’s premier tracks, has set a new low standard for greyhound abuse. The first five race meetings in November 2024 have seen one sickening death and 28 injuries, including eight major injuries. Five of these were broken legs, with the dogs at risk of being killed away from the … Read more
“Family fun” dog abuse at The Meadows
The Melbourne Greyhound Racing Association was keen to expose children to animal abuse and gambling at The Meadows for “Melbourne Cup Eve” on 4 November. The club said their big night had a “big focus on children. It’s all about free entertainment, centred around their favourite friends – the greyhounds.” It’s also all about Sportsbet … Read more
Another sickening greyhound death on Wagga track
The latest horrific greyhound death on the “safe” Wagga Wagga track occurred as the Drake Inquiry investigates if any NSW track meets minimum safety standards. According to the Wagga stewards report for 25 October 2024, in Race 1 Riverina Rebel fell soon after the start and crashed under the running rail, suffering “a fractured near-side … Read more
Greyhound racing deaths in August 2024
Twelve young greyhounds lost their lives on Australian tracks in August 2024. Ten were killed by industry on-track vets while a further two died in the catching pen post-race.