The NSW Greyhound Welfare Code of Practice came into effect on 1 January 2021.
The Code applies to all participants in the NSW greyhound racing industry and greyhounds kept by them, regardless of whether the greyhound is kept for the purpose of racing.
It demonstrates the NSW greyhound racing industry’s commitment to improving the welfare of greyhounds across the state.
The Code also it signals to the broader community the collective resolve of the NSW greyhound racing industry to establish and maintain the highest standards of welfare and care in Australia.
Objectives of the code
- Protect the welfare and promote the wellbeing of greyhounds kept by greyhound racing industry participants in NSW.
- Provide a clear set of standards that are recognised and accepted the industry and its participants.
Contents of the code
- Nutrition and Hydration
- Health and Wellbeing
- Greyhound Breeding
- Housing and Environment
- Transporting Greyhounds
- Exercise, Socialisation and Enrichment
- Training, Trialling and Racing
- Rehoming Greyhounds as Companion Animals
Download or view the Code of Practice below
Industry Practice Guide slides
To help enhance understanding of the Code of Practice, the Commission has a range of Industry Practice Guides which offer participants practical advice and guidance.
They outline the relevant Standards and offer participants simple, actionable steps.
As these are a key educational resource, the Commission has now developed Industry Practice Guide slides to broaden awareness.
Code Corner
The Code of Practice demonstrates the commitment of the NSW greyhound racing industry to ensure greyhound welfare lies at the very heart of the sport.
Each part of the Code provides an objective to enhance greyhound welfare – its is something that Commission staff and participants alike are passionate about.
GWIC vet Aaron Lewis (Part 3.6: Storage, administration and treatment records)
Owner-trainer Sandra Spratt (Part 7: Exercise, Socialisation and Enrichment)
Trainer Sonia Kempshall (Part 7: Exercise, Socialisation and Enrichment)
GWIC vet Kasia Hunter (Part 8: Training, Trialling and Racing)