Learn the facts about how the greyhound racing industry operates in Victoria

Greyhounds make fantastic pets. They are friendly, intelligent and gentle and they do not require a lot of exercise or a big backyard to be happy.

The Victorian Government’s Code of Practice for the Keeping of Racing Greyhounds requires greyhounds to go through a race education and preparation program before they race.

Being a greyhound trainer is a rewarding activity that comes with significant responsibility for the safety, health and wellbeing of the greyhounds in their care.

The Victorian greyhound industry is focused on maintaining a sustainable racing program while also prioritising the health and welfare of breeding females.

GRV is dedicated to the well-being and safety of greyhounds. We continually implement policies, strategies, and initiatives to enhance the safety of the sport for the greyhounds.

GRV understands the importance of ensuring the overall wellbeing of greyhounds throughout their entire life. Greyhounds must be happy, healthy and fit to perform at their best.

Striving to meet both our own high expectations and the community’s high expectations for the industry, GRV takes its compliance responsibilities extremely seriously.

Integrity and the welfare of our greyhounds are key strategic objectives of GRV. We recognise and understand the need to meet community expectations.

In such a large and dynamic industry it is vital to have strategic and practical guidance that helps ensure high standards, community confidence and sustainability.