How often does a greyhound race?
Greyhounds race on average every 4 days.
What do the Greyhounds chase?
They are chasing a mechanical lure. The lure is generally a stuffed
rabbit attached to a bar that travels around the track. The lure
makes a noise as it circles the track and the greyhounds chase
the lure by sight and by sound.
Why do greyhounds wear muzzles?
They wear muzzles while racing to protect the greyhounds from
injury. It prevents them from fighting in the heat of a race.
They can also help identify the winner in close photo-finish races.
What happens to the greyhounds when they retire?
Most greyhounds are adopted
as pets when they're finished racing. Others are used for breeding
and some are euthanized.
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Is racing natural for greyhounds?
Greyhounds are instinctively competitive. When racing there is
no stimulus other than the mechanical lure to make the greyhounds
run. The animal's natural instinct when the starting box opens
is to chase the lure, and try to reach it first, greyhounds love
to run.
How old are greyhounds when they begin racing?
Most greyhound begin racing at a year and a half, and continue
until four years old. Some will race beyond their fifth birthday.
Is racing safe?
Yes. If a dog is injured the track has a Vet and is equipped
to attend to the animal straight away. Prevention of injury is
a top priority and the industry has funded extensive research
into methods for ensuring the safety of racing greyhounds while
they are competing
