Ban Greyhound Racing in New South Wales Permanently


Ban Greyhound Racing in New South Wales Permanently
The issue
The greyhound racing industry in NSW has a long and troubling history of animal cruelty. As a guardian of a rescued greyhound who endured 35 races before age 3, I have seen firsthand the devastating impact this industry has on vulnerable animals. It’s time for NSW to take a stand and permanently ban greyhound racing.
Why greyhound racing must end in NSW:
- Widespread animal cruelty: 20% of racing greyhounds are euthanized due to severe injuries.[1]
- Systemic abuse: Greyhounds are raced at "barbaric" intensities, locked in metal cages for extended periods, and subjected to extreme distress.[2]
- Successful bans elsewhere: The ACT banned greyhound racing in 2018, recognising the industry’s inability to reform and prioritise animal welfare. New South Wales must follow suit.
- Ethical imperative: As a compassionate society, we must protect vulnerable animals from exploitation.
Join us in giving a voice to these innocent animals. Let's make NSW the next state to stand up for greyhound welfare. Their lives depend on our action.
Sign now to ban greyhound racing in NSW permanently.
[1] 'Greyhounds in the racing industry: a retrospective review of injuries sustained in NSW', The University of Sydney, 2019.
[2] 'Independent inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW confirmed after animal welfare conditions raised', ABC News, 2024.
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The issue
The greyhound racing industry in NSW has a long and troubling history of animal cruelty. As a guardian of a rescued greyhound who endured 35 races before age 3, I have seen firsthand the devastating impact this industry has on vulnerable animals. It’s time for NSW to take a stand and permanently ban greyhound racing.
Why greyhound racing must end in NSW:
- Widespread animal cruelty: 20% of racing greyhounds are euthanized due to severe injuries.[1]
- Systemic abuse: Greyhounds are raced at "barbaric" intensities, locked in metal cages for extended periods, and subjected to extreme distress.[2]
- Successful bans elsewhere: The ACT banned greyhound racing in 2018, recognising the industry’s inability to reform and prioritise animal welfare. New South Wales must follow suit.
- Ethical imperative: As a compassionate society, we must protect vulnerable animals from exploitation.
Join us in giving a voice to these innocent animals. Let's make NSW the next state to stand up for greyhound welfare. Their lives depend on our action.
Sign now to ban greyhound racing in NSW permanently.
[1] 'Greyhounds in the racing industry: a retrospective review of injuries sustained in NSW', The University of Sydney, 2019.
[2] 'Independent inquiry into Greyhound Racing NSW confirmed after animal welfare conditions raised', ABC News, 2024.
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Petition created on 10 July 2024