NSW Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice

The NSW Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice came into effect on 1 January 2021. It replaces two previous Codes of Practice that relate to breeding, rearing and education and the keeping of greyhounds in training.

The Code sets out standards for the keeping, treatment, handling and care of greyhounds. It also includes standards for the facilities, equipment and conditions at premises where greyhounds are kept, trialled, trained or raced. In addition, the Code sets out standards for the procedures and practices to be adopted for keeping, trialling, training and racing greyhounds.

The Code demonstrates the greyhound racing industry’s commitment to improving the welfare of greyhounds across the state. In doing so, it signals to the broader community the collective resolve of the greyhound racing industry to establish and maintain the highest standards of welfare and care in Australia.

A pilot website is now available with further information, templates and videos about the Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice. Click the banner below to be taken to 'Our Greyhounds' and check whether you meet the standards in the Code.  We are constantly working to improve this website, if there is information you would like to see, please let us know by calling 13 49 42.