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Any person over the age of 18 years who is looking for a thrilling and personally satisfying challenge. These people must be registered by Racing Queensland Ltd. and not have had any previous criminal convictions. Click here for detailed information on the different types of registration avilable.
They can be bought at 2months old as a puppy, or 18 months old, as a mature performed dog. Before buying, get someone with knowledge to advise you.
Young puppies can be reared up to 14 -15 months exactly the same way as a pet dog. It is highly recommended they have a companion. They must be allowed to run in an obstacle free environment to allow the development of co-ordination of movement. Rearing males together after 9 months is not advised.
Around 12 months of age, greyhounds need to be kennelled. During their rearing they should have been on lead, taken for car rides and been in social situations. They will need to empty out quiet regularly whilst kennelled.
As a general rule never have two greyhounds together without muzzles.
Greyhounds may be transported in the back of a car, panel van or dog trailer. The hound must be extremely comfortable and relaxed when travelling to races to give a better performance.
Pressurized, heated water at about 40o C containing shampoos and insecticides. Used for cleanliness and flea control.
Also used after meetings to reduce effects of minor injuries incurred during a race. It cannot be stressed too strongly to have your greyhound checked after each trial and race.
Heart worm treatment should be commenced at six weeks There are many options on the market. It is best to seek Veterinary advice.
Routinely done every month with a broad spectrum wormer. Correct worming for puppies is essential. Very early worming of new puppies is important. Seek advice.
This consists of varying slow exercise (such as walking or walking machine twice daily), and free galloping in a confined obstacle-free area. Toe injuries must be avoided at all costs. Fast exercise is done regularly, with breaks in between. This can be done behind a drag lure or using a leader dog. Once greyhounds learn to chase they should not be trialled too often on the circle.
Avoid trialling or racing a greyhound that is not fit to run the distance. The consequences can be very serious.
Solo or multiple walkers are available. As a rule of thumb 15 minutes on the walking machine equates to 45 minutes of road work. Make certain that the greyhound has emptied out before placing on the machine.
Muzzles must be worn in all public places. This is a legal requirement. Muzzles serve to protect accidents happening to other animals. It does not imply that greyhounds are vicious. Other accessories include collars and leads, nail clippers, brushes, flea combs, ultrasonic machines and lasers.
Puppies: 2-12 months with emphasis on protein and calcium
Breakfast: formulation, minced chicken or beef, milk.
Lunch: milk and formulation.
Dinner: meat/chicken, formulation and calcium powder.
Adults: 12 months to end of racing career.
Requirements vary depending on: body weight, climate, exercise, and nervous temperament.
Average Racing Diet: 30 kg greyhound.
Breakfast: Milk, water, sugar /glucose/honey, 4x2 biscuit.
Dinner: 600-800 grams meat, 1 cup soaked kibble, vitamins.
Treat any diarrhoea seriously. Aim for stools that are cigar shaped and brown.
Racing greyhounds may be swabbed and must race drug free.
The Queensland race tracks are Albion Park, Ipswich, Capalaba, Rockhampton, Townsville, Cairns and Bundaberg.
Anyone handling a greyhound at a race track must be licenced. Children must be over 14 to catch but not box a greyhound.
Do not lose your puppy/greyhound by failing not to fully immunise them. It is very wise to have annual injections.
I want to buy a greyhound, but don't know who to approach.
You can contact the QGBOTA; PO Box 567 Capalaba Qld 4157, http://www.qgbota.com/. Some newsagents have greyhound newspapers advertising greyhounds for sale at all ages.
What must I do to race a greyhound?
You must complete a practical and written test conducted by Racing Queensland Limited to become a registered trainer if you wish to train your own greyhound(s). You may form a partnership (2-4 persons).or a Syndicate of 2-19 persons.
Can I have anyone else train my greyhound?
Yes, once you are a registered as an owner of your greyhound. Fees are by negotiation.
When can I race my greyhound?
Not before 16 months. A greyhound's racing career usually does not extend beyond 4 years.
Can I rear my greyhound at home?
Yes, but be mindful that council regulations apply even if the greyhound is registered with Racing Queensland.
The Personal Property Securities ACT 2009 (PPSA) will take effect from 30 January 2012.
Any owner of a greyhound who enters into an agreement for the training or care of a greyhound may be affected by this legislation. Failure to register an interest in a greyhound could result in other parties gaining possession of the greyhound in certain circumstances.
Information for Greyhound Industry: http://www.ppsr.gov.au/Pages/ppsr.aspx
Australian Government Help Line: 1300 007 777
Email inquiries to Australian Government: enquiries@ppsr.gov.au
What is the PPSA?
This is new legislation designed to protect the interests of owners of personal property when that property is placed in the care of another party. As currently worded, it may extend to include greyhounds in the racing and breeding industry.
How does it work?
Anyone who has an interest in an item of personal property which at this point includes greyhounds can and should register this interest on the PPSA Register after 30 January 2012 if they have an agreement with another party to train, race or care for a greyhound.
Whenever an owner enters into an agreement, which creates a security interest, they should protect their interest by registering it on the PPSA Register. Agreements which operate for an indefinite term or for a specified term of longer than 12 months to train, race or care for a greyhound may be automatically caught up in the PPSA. Therefore, if an owner did not register their interest, others with a registered interest under certain circumstances may take possession of the animal.
For example, a greyhound is leased to a trainer who has mortgaged their kennels to a bank. The bank registers an interest over all the assets including the kennels and greyhounds but the greyhound owner fails to register an interest in the greyhound they have leased. The trainer defaults on the loan and the bank takes possession of all the assets. As the greyhound owners have not registered their interest the bank may be entitled to take possession of the animal.
What does it apply to?
The PPSA will apply to all greyhounds within Australia. PPSA Acts also exist in New Zealand, the USA and other countries.
What is the PPSA Register?
The PPSA Register is an electronic record or scoreboard of security interests in a particular piece of property.
PPSA Registration - why register and how?
Failure to properly register a PPS Lease can result in the owner (or the lessee) of a greyhound losing all of their rights of ownership in the animal, or a third party (e.g. a bank who did register) having priority over the greyhound.
How to register your interest?
The PPS Register is available at this link: http://www.ppsr.gov.au/Pages/ppsr.aspx
You can create an account here as a first step. Interests can be registered from 30 January 2012 unless otherwise advised by the Australian Government on the site.
Note
Interests created before 30 January 2012 are deemed to have been registered for 2 years from January 2012. After that 2 years, the deemed registration lapses. For interests created on or after 30 January 2012, there is no 2 year honeymoon/transition period within which to register. In effect, you should register immediately.
There is no exemption under the PPSA given for owner/trainers if one of the part owners is also the trainer. The group of owners should still register their interest against the greyhound.
The above information is provided by Greyhounds Australasia Ltd as information only and should not be taken as legal advice. All persons affected by PPSA legislation should take steps to obtain professional advice.
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