Breeding Restriction Exemption Application

On this page you will find:

• Breeding Restriction Exemption Application form

Once your female greyhound turns eight (8) years of age or has whelped a third litter her registration as a breeding female becomes inactive. You will need to apply for a breeding exemption if you wish to breed with her again.

Applying for a Breeding Restriction Exemption?

1. Be a registered breeder.
2. Have an appropriate whelping area that meets the Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing Greyhounds.
3. Demonstrate that:
   • more than 80% of the total number of greyhounds whelped by the female and aged 2 years or more have been named
     AND
   • more than 80% of the total number of greyhounds named and aged 2 years or more have started in a race
     AND
   • more than 60% of the total number of greyhounds named and aged 2 years or more have won a race
     OR
   • there are special circumstances, including occurrences in the past that affected the results and success of the greyhound’s previous litter(s).
4. Download the Breeding Exemption Application Form HERE
5. Read pages 1 and 2 and develop a breeding plan
6. Complete PART A (pages 3-4) of the form and book an appointment with a GRV approved veterinarian to examine the greyhound who will complete PART B (pages 5-6) of the form.
7. Send the completed form (pages 3-6) to [email protected].

What will GRV look at when considering an application?

In considering a breeding exemption application, GRV will take into account the female’s history and health, the success of previous litters whelped, and any special circumstances described. GRV will also carefully review the veterinarian’s assessment of the health and wellbeing of the female greyhound and how these may impact on her ability to breed a litter.

Please allow up to three weeks from receipt of the application for a decision.

If the application is granted, one (1) additional service/insemination of the female is permitted but must be completed within 120 days from the date of issue of the breeding health and fitness certificate.

If the application is rejected and the applicant wishes to object, written notice of the objection and reasons should be emailed to [email protected]. 

In the event that GRV receives a written objection from an applicant, the objection will be referred to the GRV Industry Veterinary Officer for consideration.

There is no fee when applying for a Breeding Restriction Exemption. If an exemption is granted, then the standard GRV breeding fees will apply.

Further Information

If you have any questions, please contact the GRV Participant Services team on 03 8329 1100.