Greyhound racing is declining in most countries as welfare concerns over injuries, euthanasia of slow dogs, and kenneling conditions have led to bans and phase-outs across multiple jurisdictions.
Racing greyhounds face welfare risks from track injuries, intensive kenneling, and early retirement or euthanasia when racing utility declines. Welfare investigations have consistently found high rates of unreported injuries and poor kenneling conditions in racing facilities. The growing adoption of ex-racing greyhounds demonstrates their suitability as companion animals, challenging the argument that racing is necessary for their welfare.