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More than 300 racing greyhounds died last year
More than 300 racing greyhounds died last year in the UK and 4,354 injuries to dogs were recorded, according to new data.
Scottish Animal Welfare Commission says no new greyhound tracks
The Scottish Animal Welfare Commission has recommended that no new greyhound tracks should be permitted in Scotland due to animal welfare concerns.
Scottish Animal Welfare Commission opposes unlicensed greyhound track
The Scottish Animal Welfare Commission (SAWC) has backed the closure of an unlicensed greyhound racing track in Scotland.
Fifteen greyhounds die in three years at Shawfield Stadium
Fifteen greyhounds died and 197 injuries to animals were recorded at Shawfield Stadium between 2017 and 2020, according to new figures.
Campaigners condemn failure to prosecute greyhound trainer
An animal rights group has condemned the Greyhound Board of Great Britain for taking nearly five months to report a serious welfare breach to the authorities.
Scottish greyhound trainer banned for animal cruelty
A greyhound trainer has been banned for breaching animal welfare rules after neglecting a dog so badly it had to be euthanised.
Scots greyhound sold to China prompts calls for export crackdown
Around 50 Irish-bred greyhounds, some that have raced in Britain, are being advertised on Chinese breeding sites, according to animal rights campaigners.
