Animal Welfare Report – April 2023
Greyhound vaccinations – Once a greyhound receives its first two puppy vaccinations (at 6-8 weeks and 10-16 weeks of age)…
Greyhound vaccinations – Once a greyhound receives its first two puppy vaccinations (at 6-8 weeks and 10-16 weeks of age)…
GRV has postponed the introduction of a Preferential Box Draws (PBD) pilot to allow for its current Local Rules consultation process to conclude.
Since January 2020, every property where active greyhounds are kept requires a valid Establishment Health Management Plan (EHMP). These must be renewed every three years; with a new copy signed by a vet and the participant in charge of the establishment. EHMPs must also be declared online, and be available for inspection upon request by…
Stewards Activity; February 2023
GRV, in conjunction with the Traralgon Greyhound Racing Club, will commence a pilot program to test processes associated with Preferential Box Draws in a bid to promote cleaner racing.
Stewards Activity: November 2022.
Tvati has informed GRV that Tvati Greyhound is not currently required to be registered with APVMA and, as such, its use according to Tvati (including compounding where relevant) would not breach rule 148. GRV has concerns about this position and has requested that Tvati clarify its position with the APVMA, however at this time GRV…
Desexing greyhounds prior to attending a GAP pre-entry assessment.
To minimise safety risks to track staff, greyhounds, and participants, and to protect vital racing infrastructure…