{"id":155527,"date":"2022-08-22T12:15:25","date_gmt":"2022-08-22T12:15:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/"},"modified":"2022-08-23T07:18:43","modified_gmt":"2022-08-23T07:18:43","slug":"what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/","title":{"rendered":"What happens to greyhounds after racing?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#What_happens_to_greyhounds_after_racing\" title=\"What happens to greyhounds after racing?\">What happens to greyhounds after racing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#What_is_the_life_expectancy_of_a_greyhound_dog\" title=\"What is the life expectancy of a greyhound dog?\">What is the life expectancy of a greyhound dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Can_you_buy_a_racing_greyhound\" title=\"Can you buy a racing greyhound?\">Can you buy a racing greyhound?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Are_greyhounds_good_for_first_time_owners\" title=\"Are greyhounds good for first time owners?\">Are greyhounds good for first time owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#What_happens_to_ex_racing_greyhounds_UK\" title=\"What happens to ex racing greyhounds UK?\">What happens to ex racing greyhounds UK?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Is_greyhound_racing_cruel\" title=\"Is greyhound racing cruel?\">Is greyhound racing cruel?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Are_racing_greyhounds_drugged\" title=\"Are racing greyhounds drugged?\">Are racing greyhounds drugged?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#How_old_was_the_oldest_Greyhound\" title=\"How old was the oldest Greyhound?\">How old was the oldest Greyhound?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#What_is_a_good_age_for_a_Greyhound\" title=\"What is a good age for a Greyhound?\">What is a good age for a Greyhound?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Are_Greyhounds_prone_to_illness\" title=\"Are Greyhounds prone to illness?\">Are Greyhounds prone to illness?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#How_long_does_a_Greyhound_last\" title=\"How long does a Greyhound last?\">How long does a Greyhound last?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#How_much_is_it_to_buy_a_racing_greyhound\" title=\"How much is it to buy a racing greyhound?\">How much is it to buy a racing greyhound?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#How_much_does_a_racing_greyhound_cost_UK\" title=\"How much does a racing greyhound cost UK?\">How much does a racing greyhound cost UK?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Can_you_make_money_racing_greyhounds\" title=\"Can you make money racing greyhounds?\">Can you make money racing greyhounds?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Is_greyhound_racing_still_legal_in_the_US\" title=\"Is greyhound racing still legal in the US?\">Is greyhound racing still legal in the US?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Which_dog_is_best_for_first-time_owners\" title=\"Which dog is best for first-time owners?\">Which dog is best for first-time owners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Do_greyhounds_do_well_alone\" title=\"Do greyhounds do well alone?\">Do greyhounds do well alone?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#What_is_the_easiest_dog_to_own\" title=\"What is the easiest dog to own?\">What is the easiest dog to own?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Do_greyhounds_stink\" title=\"Do greyhounds stink?\">Do greyhounds stink?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Are_greyhounds_treated_badly_in_the_UK\" title=\"Are greyhounds treated badly in the UK?\">Are greyhounds treated badly in the UK?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#How_do_I_find_my_greyhounds_racing_history\" title=\"How do I find my greyhounds racing history?\">How do I find my greyhounds racing history?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Is_greyhound_racing_cruel_in_UK\" title=\"Is greyhound racing cruel in UK?\">Is greyhound racing cruel in UK?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#What_is_wrong_with_greyhound_racing\" title=\"What is wrong with greyhound racing?\">What is wrong with greyhound racing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing\/#Is_greyhound_racing_cruel_Australia\" title=\"Is greyhound racing cruel Australia?\">Is greyhound racing cruel Australia?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_to_greyhounds_after_racing\"><\/span>What happens to greyhounds after racing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some retired greyhounds are put up for adoption, others are sent to breeding farms, and the fate of many is unknown. The National Greyhound Association, which registers all greyhounds for racing, doesnt keep track of the dogs after they leave the track.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/question-are-greyhounds-prone-to-kidney-disease\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Question: Are Greyhounds prone to kidney disease?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_life_expectancy_of_a_greyhound_dog\"><\/span>What is the life expectancy of a greyhound dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The expected life span of a greyhound is anywhere between <b>12 &#8211; 15 years. The adaptable, stable and loving nature of the greyhound makes for an easy transition to companion dog regardless of age.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KmHAHP6IZA8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_buy_a_racing_greyhound\"><\/span>Can you buy a racing greyhound?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Racing greyhounds can be bought directly from registered owners. There are a number of industry publications available that have information on greyhounds available for purchase.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_greyhounds_good_for_first_time_owners\"><\/span>Are greyhounds good for first time owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Greyhounds are gentle and loving dogs, and while they do have some specific needs, <b>they make great first-time pets. Most striking about the greyhound is their sleek, athletic physique.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_to_ex_racing_greyhounds_UK\"><\/span>What happens to ex racing greyhounds UK?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The majority of former racing dogs are rehomed by the Retired Greyhound Trust, which is part-funded by the racing industry and independent charities, or directly by owners and trainers.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_greyhound_racing_cruel\"><\/span>Is greyhound racing cruel?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Racing greyhounds endure lives of confinement, are subject to standard practices that are cruel and suffer injuries and even death. Greyhounds used for racing are kept in cages, barely large enough for them to stand up or turn around, for up to 23 hours per day.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_racing_greyhounds_drugged\"><\/span>Are racing greyhounds drugged?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Scottish greyhounds have continued to be drugged: one trainers greyhounds tested positive for cocaine and a betablocker in March 2019. Altogether, twenty-eight drug positives have occurred at Shawfield Stadium since 2009, including five for cocaine.<\/b><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_193487\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-193487\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-193487 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-racing-greyhounds-drugged.jpg\" alt=\"Are racing greyhounds drugged?\" width=\"1024\" height=\"728\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-racing-greyhounds-drugged.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-racing-greyhounds-drugged-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Are-racing-greyhounds-drugged-768x546.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-193487\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: 28px; font-weight: bold;\">How old are greyhounds when they stop racing?<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>two to five years of age<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_old_was_the_oldest_Greyhound\"><\/span>How old was the oldest Greyhound?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>And I understand. But I can hope, and I do, focusing instead on Geenie, the Florida greyhound who made news when she died at <b>age 20 &#8211; she was thought to be the worlds oldest greyhound.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_good_age_for_a_Greyhound\"><\/span>What is a good age for a Greyhound?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Its generally thought a dogs best age is <b>between 30 &#8211; 36 months, although I beleive some peak much earlier, between 21 &#8211; 30 months and consider this to be the perfect age for backing dogs over sprints and middle-distances.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Greyhounds_prone_to_illness\"><\/span>Are Greyhounds prone to illness?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Greyhounds are susceptible to bacterial and viral infectionsthe same ones that all dogs can getsuch as parvo, rabies, and distemper. Many of these infections are preventable through vaccination, which we will recommend based on her age, the diseases we see in our area, and other factors.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_a_Greyhound_last\"><\/span>How long does a Greyhound last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Up to 15 years<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_it_to_buy_a_racing_greyhound\"><\/span>How much is it to buy a racing greyhound?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can expect to pay anywhere from <b>$2,500 $15,000 for a greyhound pup, depending on its breeding, but its not necessarily a case of the more you spend the greater your chances of buying a future champion.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IQaGOwH-u0Y\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_racing_greyhound_cost_UK\"><\/span>How much does a racing greyhound cost UK?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It is possible to purchase a greyhound from as little as \u00a3300. If the parents have any track form, or the youngster is already racing, the price will increase accordingly, often up to \u00a31,500\/\u00a32,000. Dogs already proving their worth with regular results can fetch \u00a35,000, while big race winners can sell for \u00a325,000+.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_make_money_racing_greyhounds\"><\/span>Can you make money racing greyhounds?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In a racing capacity, <b>good money can be earned from the performance of greyhounds during their track career, but a strong stud prospect is what all breeders dream of Mr Connor said. However, its a prospect thats not always easy to predict.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_greyhound_racing_still_legal_in_the_US\"><\/span>Is greyhound racing still legal in the US?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Today, <b>the only states that still allow greyhound racing and have active tracks are Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa, Texas and West Virginia. There are four states that do not have active racetracks, but still have laws legalizing greyhound racing. Those states are Wisconsin, Connecticut, Kansas, and Oregon.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_dog_is_best_for_first-time_owners\"><\/span>Which dog is best for first-time owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>9 Great Dog Breeds for First-Time Owners<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>labrador retriever.<\/li>\n<li>poodle.<\/li>\n<li>cavalier king charles spaniel.<\/li>\n<li>papillon.<\/li>\n<li>soft coated wheaten terrier.<\/li>\n<li>english springer spaniel.<\/li>\n<li>shih tzu.<\/li>\n<li>whippet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_greyhounds_do_well_alone\"><\/span>Do greyhounds do well alone?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some greyhounds become very reliant on human company to feel safe and will panic if their owners are not with them this is called separation anxiety. Before leaving your greyhound at home alone, you should teach them that spending time alone in a safe place is both enjoyable and temporary.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-193488 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-greyhounds-do-well-alone.jpg\" alt=\"Do greyhounds do well alone?\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-greyhounds-do-well-alone.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-greyhounds-do-well-alone-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-greyhounds-do-well-alone-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-greyhounds-do-well-alone-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Do-greyhounds-do-well-alone-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_easiest_dog_to_own\"><\/span>What is the easiest dog to own?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Top 10 Easiest Dog Breeds to Train<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Golden Retriever.<\/li>\n<li>Labrador Retriever.<\/li>\n<li>German Shepherd Dogs.<\/li>\n<li>Cardigan Welsh Corgi.<\/li>\n<li>Papillon.<\/li>\n<li>Shetland Sheepdog.<\/li>\n<li>Swedish Vallhund. This breed is similar to a Corgi.<\/li>\n<li>Border Terrier. This breed has some naturally-stubborn qualities, but they are affectionate dogs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_greyhounds_stink\"><\/span>Do greyhounds stink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Greyhounds have virtually no doggy odor, even when wet. They have short hair and shed very little. They do not require grooming other than an occasional bath, brushing and nail clipping.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_greyhounds_treated_badly_in_the_UK\"><\/span>Are greyhounds treated badly in the UK?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Some retired greyhounds are put up for adoption, others are sent to breeding farms, and the fate of many is unknown. The National Greyhound Association, which registers all greyhounds for racing, doesnt keep track of the dogs after they leave the track.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_find_my_greyhounds_racing_history\"><\/span>How do I find my greyhounds racing history?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many trainers reported numerous injuries to Greyhounds within the kennels. <b>Some trainers admitted to significantly minimising the use of veterinarians and self medicating their Greyhounds. Some trainers reported poor transport conditions for Greyhounds travelling from Ireland to be sold in the UK.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_greyhound_racing_cruel_in_UK\"><\/span>Is greyhound racing cruel in UK?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You can <b>e-mail them at nga@ngagreyhounds.com or call them at (785) 263-4660. Please note they are the national racing organization and they check their databases for adopters as a courtesy. Please use the service only after you have tried out your own detective skills.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B2c8dQktUJ8\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_wrong_with_greyhound_racing\"><\/span>What is wrong with greyhound racing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Racing Greyhounds routinely experience terrible injuries on the track such as <b>broken legs, cardiac arrest, spinal cord paralysis and broken necks.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_greyhound_racing_cruel_Australia\"><\/span>Is greyhound racing cruel Australia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>An estimated 18,000 greyhounds are killed every year in Australia simply because they arent deemed fast enough to win races. Eight thousand of those killed are puppies. Tragically, these otherwise gentle and sensitive living beings are taunted and provoked into chasing different species of lure.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What happens to greyhounds after racing?What is the life expectancy of a greyhound dog?Can you buy a racing greyhound?Are greyhounds good for first time owners?What happens to ex racing greyhounds UK?Is greyhound racing cruel?Are racing greyhounds drugged?How old was the oldest Greyhound?What is a good age for a Greyhound?Are Greyhounds prone to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":193485,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/What-happens-to-greyhounds-after-racing.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/155527"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=155527"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/155527\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":193510,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/155527\/revisions\/193510"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/193485"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=155527"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=155527"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=155527"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}