To allow trainers more time to prepare, the requirement for greyhounds to be vaccinated up to C5 level to race in NSW has been extended to 1 October 2023.

Greyhounds must be vaccinated up to C5 level to be nominated for a race in NSW that will take place on, or after, 1 October 2023. To be vaccinated up to C5 level requires either an annual C5 vaccination, or, a C3 vaccination every three years and an annual kennel cough booster.

This requirement will ensure all greyhounds registered in NSW are being protected against diseases that could affect their health.

Please note, a greyhound must not compete in a race or trial for five days after being vaccinated.

For assistance

If you have any questions about this requirement, please refer to R25 in the Racing Rules which sets out vaccination requirements for greyhounds, see our frequently asked questions or email vets@gwic.nsw.gov.au.

If you have lost your vaccination certificate or are unsure when your greyhound’s last vaccination was, please contact your industry vet who should have these details on file.