When the QRIC published their first Annual Report in 2016/2017, the CPG reported on the disappointing lack of transparency including the failure to provide basic information such as the number of pups bred, dogs racing and track death and injuries. Once again, QRIC’s 2017/2018 annual report lacks this information. What’s most alarming though, is the... Continue Reading →
This fact sheet is being placed here for safe keeping since it is no longer publicly available. Not only has there been a backflip to the ban, there is now the burial of facts. NSW fact-sheet-greyhound-racing-industry-nsw-special-commission-of-inquiry
The awards have been given their name in honor of one very lucky greyhound and her very special rescuer Lorraine Ramsey. The inaugural award will, of course, go to Rita. You can read Rita’s story here: https://www.thedodo.com/close-to-home/racing-greyhound-rita-saves-owners-life In addition to the top award this year going to Lorraine Ramsey, we (The Coalition for the Protection... Continue Reading →
Every greyhound has a story, and most rescuers have many. Most are sad stories of exploitation, neglect and abuse, with few having happy endings. Some stories are tales of good and evil, showing us opposing sides of human nature: those who show no remorse, gratitude or care, and those with incredible courage who never give... Continue Reading →
By Dr Victoria Sublette Anyone who has joined a greyhound rescue or anti-racing group knows there are people and groups who post videos and images that are designed to alert, shock, and make the public aware of the cruelty of greyhound racing. A problematic issue with these kind of efforts towards greater awareness is that... Continue Reading →
See Jeff's article here: Greyhounds in 2017 - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Below please find sample letter for you to send to the Lismore Council councillors who supported an increase in the number of races at the Lismore track To copy and paste this letter, please print it as a pdf file first. Ideally, you will make your own personal changes for more impact. Email... Continue Reading →
If you care about the way the government spends your tax money and if you oppose animal cruelty, please read this evaluation of the Queensland government's Queensland Racing Integrity Commission created with 11 million dollars of tax payer money. See the pdf file here: How the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission is failing... Continue Reading →
