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First Aid for greyhounds (Part 4) – Preventing, detecting and treating Acidosis

Acidosis can be fatal, but it is also often avoidable.

It is a muscular condition that is perhaps more common in greyhounds than any other species, because greyhounds push themselves to capacity in pursuit of that elusive lure.

April 5, 2017

CEO Monthly Update April 2017

To date, animal welfare and integrity have been GRV’s overarching priorities as GRV responds to the Milne and Perna Report recommendations to help secure the sport’s immediate future.

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March 30, 2017

21 TODAY: GAP growth stuns founders

The Greyhound Adoption Program celebrated its 21st birthday today with a gathering in Melbourne’s Flagstaff Gardens.

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March 20, 2017

CEO Monthly Update March 2017

I write this shortly after the release of a report from NSW’s Greyhound Industry Reform Panel that outlines the initiatives necessary to ensure the long-term position of greyhound racing in NSW.

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February 28, 2017

Hoop arm lure heading to all tracks

The hoop arm lure system that has been trialled throughout Victoria is now set to be deployed at all greyhound racing clubs throughout the State.

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February 20, 2017

First Aid for greyhounds (Part 3): Emergency splinting

Renowned greyhound veterinarian, Dr. Chris Boemo says a cautious approach is best when it comes to the immediate treatment of potentially serious injuries.

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February 13, 2017
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