GWIC is urging NSW trainers to be on the lookout for symptoms of Kennel Cough after an outbreak was confirmed in New Zealand this week.

Trainers should be vigilant regarding any greyhound with eye or nasal discharge and/or coughing and seek veterinary advice and testing if any symptoms occur.

Trainers are also encouraged to implement biosecurity protocols and quarantine greyhounds when importing greyhounds into their kennels from other jurisdictions to mitigate the risk of contracting and spreading diseases in NSW.

If your greyhound has these symptoms, please notify GWIC immediately on 13 49 42 (13 GWIC) or email vets@gwic.nsw.gov.au

For more information on effective biosecurity practices click here.