Greyhound racing generates thousands of injuries and dogs requiring rehoming annually; the industry faces growing welfare scrutiny and legislative pressure worldwide.
Racing greyhounds face injuries at every stage of their careers — fractured legs, torn ligaments, and track burns are common. Dogs are often kenneled for 20+ hours per day, contrary to their social and exercise needs. Doping with stimulants and masking agents compromises long-term health. The pipeline from breeding to retirement creates thousands of dogs requiring rehoming each year; many have historically been euthanized when deemed unprofitable.