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BRILLIANT BLAZE BOWS OUT
Ian Fortune
27 October 2020
One of the most popular and talented greyhounds of recent times has run his last race following the news that Clona Blaze has been retired and will now take up residence on the couch of his owner Kevin O’Brien.
OAKS DRAW REMINDER
Ian Fortune
27 October 2020
A reminder that following a coin toss to determine the last qualifier, the draw for the second round of the Sporting Press Irish Oaks will proceed at Shelbourne Park this evening and should be available in upcoming cards soon after.
TALKING LAURELS EPISODE 5 - THE FINAL EPISODE
GRI
26 October 2020
It's time for talking laurels, the final episode this year. Enjoy & thanks for watching!
NIGHT OF STARS POSTPONED
Ian Fortune
26 October 2020
It had become ever more obvious with each passing week that the 2020 Night of Stars was in serious doubt.
COIN TOSS NEEDED AHEAD OF OAKS DRAW
Ian Fortune
26 October 2020
Eagled eyed observers may have noticed that the draw for the second round of the Sporting Press Irish Oaks didn’t go on-line on Saturday but there is a very simple reason.
JET FAVOURITE TO UPSET IRISH AT NOTTINGHAM
Ian Fortune
26 October 2020
Ireland may have four runners in the final of the Star Sports & ARC English Derby but it’s one of the two home challengers that has been installed favourite to claim the £50,000 prize at Nottingham on Saturday evening.
LAURELS CHAT: RORY BURKE IS JOINED BY TRAINER JOHN LINEHAN & BRIAN COLLINS
GRI
26 October 2020
Rory Burke reviewed Saturday night's Laurels Final on his C103 radio show. He was joined by winning trainer John A. Linehan and Racing Manager Brian Collins. Listen back now.
VIDEO: 2020 IRISH CESAREWITCH FINAL
GRI
26 October 2020
Look back now on Meenagh Miracle's victory in Mullingar last Saturday night.
VIDEO: 2020 IRISH LAURELS FINAL
GRI
25 October 2020
Look back on the action from Curraheen Park last night as Runninta Seeya claimed the 2020 Irish Laurels Final.
MIRACULOUS MEENAGH CLAIMS CESAREWITCH
Ian Fortune
25 October 2020
Meenagh Miracle was in a class of her own at Mullingar on Saturday night as she claimed a richly deserved Cesarewitch title, smashing the track record in the process.
THREE FROM THREE FOR FIFTY
Ian Fortune
25 October 2020
Denis Crowley’s Fiftycashback made it three from three in the Fair Warrior as he again displayed massive pace to win the second semi final in a rapid 21.13.
MORE JOY FOR IRISH AT NOTTINGHAM
Ian Fortune
25 October 2020
Ireland will have four finalists in the Star Sports & ARC English Derby for the third time since 2016 following the heroics of Ballydoyle Valor, Coolavanny Chick, Wolfe and Deerjet Sydney at a wet Nottingham on Saturday night.
LADIES LIGHT UP SHELBOURNE AS THE OAKS STARTS
Ian Fortune
25 October 2020
The 2020 Sporting Press Irish Oaks got underway at Shelbourne Park on Saturday night and it was no surprise to see some outstanding performances, including a fastest of the night 28.04 from the hugely promising Ballymac Beanie.
MAGICAL NIGHT FOR LOCAL CORK TRAINER JOHNNY LINEHAN AS RUNNINTA SEEYA IS CROWNED 2020 LAURELS CHAMPION
Barry Drake
25 October 2020
LOCAL Cork trainer Johnny Linehan enjoyed a magical night at Curraheen Park on Saturday as Runninta Seeya landed the final of the €30,000 Friends & Supporters of Cork Greyhound Racing Irish Greyhound Laurels.
MEDUZA LAYS DOWN MARKER IN MUNSTER CUP OPENER
Peter Farrell
24 October 2020
It was a stacked Clonmel card last night as the opening round of the Selachii Legal Munster Juvenile Puppy Cup got underway and it was Meduza who put down an early marker with a quite brilliant performance in heat four.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 82
GRI
23 October 2020
This Greyhound View episode from April 2003 includes the 2003 Cork Oaks Final in Curraheen Park, the Semi-Finals of the Produce Stakes in Clonmel and they catch up with Cork's Richie O'Regan at home and they take in the action of the 600 Quarter Finals in Shelbourne Park.
ENJOY THE LAURELS FINAL FROM HOME
GRI
23 October 2020
Enjoy the Laurels Final from home as we stream it live for free here on Talking Dogs. We've also got your virtual race programme and virtual finalists rosettes to enjoy the full experience from home.
WELFARE CONVICTION AT CASHEL DISTRICT COURT
GRI
23 October 2020
Rásíocht Con Éireann ( RCÉ) / Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) has welcomed this week’s decision at Cashel District Court to impose fines of €2,500 and record a conviction in respect of breaches of the Welfare of Greyhounds Act 2011 and the awarding of costs in the sum of €8,874 to RCÉ.
LEVEL 5: GREYHOUND RACING BEHIND CLOSED DOORS
GRI
23 October 2020
Greyhound Owners & Trainers are advised to save this page or print it to produce to a member of An Garda Síochána if required.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 81
GRI
22 October 2020
This 2003 Greyhound View episode includes the Novice Hurdle Final in Newbridge, the 1st Round of the 600 in Shelbourne Park and the Produce Stakes Quarter Finals in Clonmel,
FEMALE GREYHOUND HAS STRAYED FROM HER KENNELS IN THE MULLINAHONE, CO. TIPPERARY AREA.
22 October 2020
A black (with four white paws and a white chest) female greyhound has strayed from her kennels in the Mullinahone, Co. Tipperary area.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 79
GRI
20 October 2020
This 2003 Greyhound Episode includes the Semi-Finals of the Easter Cup in Shelbourne Park, the Corn Cuchulainn Semi-Finals in Harold's Cross, the Yankee Stake Final in Newbridge and a catch up with Hall of Fame recipient Michéal O'Muircheartaigh.
TALKING LAURELS EPISODE 4: MONDAY 19TH OCTOBER
GRI
19 October 2020
Episode 4 and this week Ian Fortune and Tommy Lyons are joined by a Cork legend, Jimmy Barry Murphy. Join them as they chat about the Laurels; the Semi-Finals on Saturday and the rematch ahead tomorrow between Droopys Hamish and Grangeview Ten.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 78
GRI
18 October 2020
This 2003 Greyhound View episode includes the Easter Cup 2nd Round in Shelbourne Park, the Puppy Festival in Clonmel and racing from Harold's Cross for the Final of the Track Bookmakers Bitch Dual Distance.
VIDEO: 2020 JUVENILE DERBY FINAL
GRI
18 October 2020
Skywalker Barry claimed the 2020 Juvenile Derby title in front of an empty Shelbourne Park on Saturday for owner Ray Patterson and trainer Mark O'Donovan. Look back on his victory now.
WATCH LIVE ACTION FROM CURRAHEEN PARK GREYHOUND STADIUM INCLUDING SEMI FINALS HEATS OF THE IRISH GREYHOUND LAURELS
Greyhound Racing Ireland
17 October 2020
Watch the full race card free-to-view tonight from Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium. Tonight's card features 11 races including the Semi Finals of the Irish Greyhound Laurels.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 65
GRI
16 October 2020
This Greyhound View programme from December 2002 includes a Final from Curraheen Park, the Track Bookmakers 750 Final in Harold's Cross, the National Puppy Stake Semi-Finals in Shelbourne Park and a look back at the action from 2002.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 62
GRI
15 October 2020
This 2002 Greyhound View episode includes the Grand Prix and Bitch 525 Finals in Harold's Cross and higlights of the 1st Round of the National Puppy Stake in Shelbourne Park.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 49
GRI
14 October 2020
This 2002 Greyhound View episode includes the Derby 2nd Round in Shelbourne Park, a 550 Final in Kilcohan Park, Waterford and a catch up with Australian Steve Kavanagh.
LIVE STREAMING NOW TO INCLUDE KILKENNY AND THURLES
GRI
14 October 2020
Rásaíocht Con Éireann / Greyhound Racing Ireland are delighted to announce the expansion of the live streaming portfolio to now include Kilkenny and Thurles.
BUDGET 2021 – HORSE & GREYHOUND FUND ALLOCATION
GRI
14 October 2020
Rásaíocht Con Éireann (Greyhound Racing Ireland) welcomes the allocation of €19.2M from the Horse & Greyhound Fund 2021 for greyhound racing. The 2021 allocation represents an increase of €2.4M on the corresponding allocation for 2020.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 47
GRI
13 October 2020
This 2002 Greyhound View episode includes racing from Tralee, the Puppy Derby from Newbridge and Oaks action from Harold's Cross.
ENTRIES NOW OPEN FOR THE FRIENDS OF LIMERICK IRISH ST. LEGER
Peter Farrell
12 October 2020
Owners & trainers please note that the entry book is now open for the ‘Friends of Limerick Irish St. Leger’ at Limerick Greyhound Stadium.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 46
GRI
9 October 2020
This 2002 Greyhound View episode includes the Connacht Derby from Galway, the BoyleSports Champion Stakes Final in Shelbourne Park, Oaks action from Harold's Cross plus they visit Lar Kinsella at home in Dublin.
THESE ARE OUR PEOPLE: PARTS 2 & 3
GRI
9 October 2020
A new chapter in Irish Greyhound Racing arrived last week. We are now Rásaíocht Con Éireann / Greyhound Racing Ireland. This sport of ours is formed by its people. As we turn the page to this new chapter, we wanted to showcase the people behind it.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 45
GRI
8 October 2020
This 2002 Greyhound View episode includes racing from Thurles for the Tipperary Cup, the Champion Stakes Semi-Finals in Shelbourne Park and the Longford Derby Final. They also visit Larry Byrne to catch up with him after Lifes Beauty's win in the Oaks.
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND ANNOUNCE FREE- TO-VIEW FROM THE IRISH LAURELS
GRI
8 October 2020
In response to the recently announced Government restrictions and the move to “behind closed doors racing”, Greyhound Racing Ireland has decided to stream the remaining rounds of the Irish Greyhound Laurels free-to-view on Talking Dogs.
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 44
GRI
7 October 2020
This 2002 Greyhound View episode includes the Cox Cup Final in Newbridge, the Longford Derby Semi-Final and the Final of the Sporting Press Irish Oaks in Shelbourne Park.
UPDATED CODE OF PRACTICE FOR THE CARE & WELFARE OF THE GREYHOUND
GRI
7 October 2020
Rásaíocht Con Éireann (Greyhound Racing Ireland) has updated its Code of Practice for the Care & Welfare of the Greyhound and a draft of the updated code is available on www.grireland.ie
GREYHOUND VIEW EPISODE 38
GRI
6 October 2020
When we originally started to show classic racing programmes, some were missing or damaged. The good news is we have managed to recover some of those programmes so tonight, we go back to 2002 to episode number 38 of Greyhound View.
GOVERNMENT DECISION REGARDING LEVEL 3 – LIVING WITH COVID-19
GRI
6 October 2020
With effect from midnight tonight (Tuesday 6th October 2020) the country moves to Level 3 restrictions under the government’s plan, Recovery & Resilience – Living with Covid-19.
WATCH 2004 OAKS FINAL LIVE PROGRAMME
GRI
4 October 2020
Look back as Legal Moment wins the 2004 Irish Oaks Final in Shelbourne Park in this programme which aired live on RTE.
WATCH 2005 CHAMPION STAKES FINAL LIVE PROGRAMME
GRI
3 October 2020
Ger Canning, Michael Fortune, Tracey Piggot and Ian Fortune bring all the action from the Final of the Champion Stakes from Shelbourne Park, won by Droopys Maldini, plus bonus action from Galway for Race Week.
WACTH 1991 PUPPY DERBY FINAL LIVE PROGRAMME
GRI
2 October 2020
Look back on the action from the 1991 Puppy Derby Final in Harold's Cross in this live RTE programme with Ger Canning, Michael Fortune and Des Scahill.
A NEW CHAPTER FOR GREYHOUND RACING IN IRELAND
GRI
1 October 2020
Greyhound racing from today is governed by Rásaíocht Con Éireann (Greyhound Racing Ireland).
2008 GOLDEN JACKET FINAL LIVE TV PROGRAMME FROM GALWAY
IGB
29 September 2020
Michael & Ian Fortune present this programme which aired live in December 2008 on Setanta Sports
LOOK BACK ON THE 1998 IRISH ST. LEGER FINAL
IGB
27 September 2020
Highlights of the 2008 Irish St. Leger Final night from Limer
WATCH 2009 IRISH CESAREWITCH FINAL - GREYHOUND VIEW LIVE
IGB
26 September 2020
Greyhound View live programme featuring the Final of the 2009 Irish Cesarewitch in Mullingar Greyhound Stadium.
WATCH 2004 CHAMPION STAKES FINAL LIVE RTE PROGRAMME
IGB
25 September 2020
Ger Canning, Michael Fortune, Ian Fortune and Tracey Piggot bring you all of the action from the 2004 Champion Stakes Final in Shelbourne Park as broadcast live on RTE. It also included racing action from Galway for Race W
WATCH 2003 OAKS FINAL LIVE PROGRAMME
IGB
24 September 2020
Axel Grease won the 2003 Sporting Press Irish Oaks Final in Shelbourne Park. Look back now on her victory in this live programme aired in July 2003 on RTE. Ger Canning, Michael Fortune and Ian Fortune bring you all of the action.
WATCH 1993 SPORTING PRESS IRISH OAKS FINAL LIVE RTE PROGRAMME
IGB
23 September 2020
Ger Canning, Michael Fortune and Des Scahill bring you all the action from the 1993 Sporting Press Irish Oaks Final.
VIDEO: 1995 IRISH OAKS FINAL LIVE BROADCAST
IGB
22 September 2020
Ger Canning, Michael Fortune & Des Scahill bring you all the action in this classic racing programme, the 1995 Sporting Press Irish Oaks Final. Of course it was a special one for Michael, not only working on the night but also co-owner of the winner! This programme aired live on RTE.
WATCH THE 2006 IRISH GREYHOUND DERBY FINAL
IGB
21 September 2020
Tonight's 8pm classic programme slot looks back on the 2006 Irish Greyhound Derby Final
VIDEO: 2020 BOYLESPORTS IRISH GREYHOUND DERBY
IGB
20 September 2020
Ian Fortune and Kevin Hennessy look back on the 2020 BoyleSports Irish Greyhound Derby Final
LOOK BACK AT LENSON BOCKO'S 2019 DERBY WIN
IGB
18 September 2020
Lenson Bocko, our reigning champion for the next 25 hours, claimed the title in Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium on 21st September last year.
LOOK BACK AT BALLYANNE SIM'S DERBY WIN
IGB
17 September 2020
In 2018 it was Ballyanne Sim's turn to add their name to the Derby Roll of Honour. Look back now on the BoyleSports Irish Greyhound Derby Final from 2018 now
GOOD NEWS WINS THE 2017 DERBY
IGB
16 September 2020
𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗣𝗢𝗣𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗥 𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗢 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥! In 2017, Good News delivered some great news for this connections as he secured his place in the record books as the Boylesports Irish Greyhound Derby champion.
LOOKBACK ON RURAL HAWAII'S DERBY WIN
IGB
15 September 2020
For Derby Final week, our 8pm classic slot will be all things Derby. Look back on the 2016 Final now.
LOOK BACK ON THE 2015 DERBY FINAL
IGB
14 September 2020
It's Derby Final week so we're looking back on Derby Finals past. Up tonight, it's 2015 and the victory of Ballymac Matt.
INDECON REPORT - ENNISCORTHY AND YOUGHAL GREYHOUND TRACKS
IGB
14 September 2020
GRI has announced that, following extensive engagement with representatives of Enniscorthy and Youghal Greyhound Tracks, individual agreements have been concluded with both tracks to continue in operation to the end of 2022 subject to a review in quarter 4 of 2021.
ON THIS DAY 2014: LOOK BACK AT THE DERBY FINAL
IGB
13 September 2020
For the week that's in it, we're going to continue our 8pm lookback at Derby Finals past.
WATCH: COLLEGE CAUSEWAY'S ROUTE TO DERBY VICTORY
IGB
12 September 2020
On this day in 2009, College Causeway was crowed the Irish Greyhound Derby champion. A very popular winner, this greyhound captivated fans throughout the competition. Look back at his route to victory now.
WATCH: DERBY 90 V 00
IGB
11 September 2020
We took a look at the 1990 Final and the 2000 Final, which of these do you think would win in a match race today? The Other Toss or Judicial Pride?
WATCH: 2005 IRISH GREYHOUND DERBY LIVE TV PROGRAMME
IGB
10 September 2020
Look back on the 2005 Irish Greyhound Derby Final in Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium as He Said So claimed the biggest prize in Irish Greyhound Racing. They also look back at the 2004 Final, won by Like A Shot. Ger Canning, Michael Fortune, Tracey Piggot and Ian Fortune present and commentate on this programme, aired live on RTE.
WATCH: 2003 IRISH GREYHOUND DERBY FINAL LIVE SKY PROGRAMME
IGB
9 September 2020
Another gem from the video archives - the live broadcast from SKY Sports for the 2003 Irish Greyhound Derby Final in Shelbourne Park. Look back now as Climate Control claims the biggest prize in Irish Greyhound Racing. Dave Smyth, Jonathan Hobbs, Errol Blythe & Darrell Williams present and guest on this programme live from Dublin.
WATCH: 1994 IRISH GREYHOUND DERBY FINAL LIVE TV PROGRAMME
IGB
8 September 2020
Look back on the 1994 Irish Greyhound Derby Final with Ger Canning, Michael Fortune and Des Scahill live on RTE Sport from Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium in Dublin.
WATCH: 1994 IRISH GREYHOUND DERBY SEMI-FINALS LIVE PROGRAMME
IGB
7 September 2020
Ger Canning, Michael Fortune and Des Scahill present and commentate on this 1994 RTE Sport programme featuring the Semi-Finals of the Irish Greyhound Derby in Shelbourne Park.
WATCH THE 1992 IRISH GREYHOUND DERBY LIVE TV PROGRAMME
IGB
6 September 2020
Look back now on the full RTE live TV programme from the 1992 Irish Greyhound Derby
WATCH THE 1990 DERBY FINAL
IGB
5 September 2020
Over the coming days, instead of your classic Greyhound View episodes, we've got some great Derby memories to relive, starting tonight with the 1990 Final, plus the Oaks & Champion Stakes of the same year.
COVID-19 UPDATED TRAP LOADING ARRANGEMENTS
IGB
2 September 2020
As part of its ongoing review of COVID-19 protocols, Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) proposes a change to the trap loading procedure.
THE EVOLUTION OF THE SHELBOURNE 550YD RECORD
Ian Fortune
26 August 2020
Pestana became the latest greyhound in an illustrious list to hold the Shelbourne Park 550yd record after posting a scarcely believable 28.99 on Saturday night.
GRI ANNOUNCES EXPANSION OF TESTING REGIME
IGB
31 July 2020
The GRI has in recent years been introducing ongoing enhancements in its procedures and processes regarding the detection of banned substances and misuse of medication within the sport.
EXCLUSION ORDERS UNDER THE GREYHOUND INDUSTRY ACT 1958
IGB
30 July 2020
The GRI has been utilising powers under the Greyhound Industry Act, 1958, regarding the issue of Exclusion Orders in respect of individual parties where, following an investigation, the Board considers that the issue of an Exclusion Order is appropriate.
GRI PROTOCOL FOR PRESENTATIONS
IGB
23 July 2020
As part of the continuous review of protocols in relation to COVID-19, IGB have implemented a number of measures in place to safeguard Public Health and to minimise the risk of spread of the COVID-19 virus.
SHARE THE BIRTHDAY LOVE
IGB
2 July 2020
We all love to get treats for our birthday, but sometimes it’s just as rewarding to give something too.
FOLEY IMPRESSED BY SHELBOURNE
Ian Fortune
1 July 2020
It was most refreshing to read the words of Derek Foley in the Daily Star this morning as he painted a wonderful picture of Tuesday night’s action at Shelbourne Park.
IRISH GREYHOUND BOARD TAKES DELIVERY OF DOG AMBULANCE UTILITY VEHICLE
IGB
22 June 2020
Greyhound Racing Ireland has received delivery at Shelbourne Park Greyhound Stadium of the first greyhound ambulance utility vehicle which will assist in the transportation of injured greyhounds from the greyhound track.
LIMERICK GREYHOUND STADIUM DONATE TO UL HOSPITAL INTERIM CARE FACILITY
IGB
22 June 2020
The team at Limerick Greyhound Stadium supported the HSE frontline workers with a donation of radios for the UL field hospital which was opened to cater for non-coronavirus patients, including those who may have recovered from Covid-19.
ONLINE TRIAL BOOKINGS AND ONLINE RACE ENTRIES
IGB
18 June 2020
With the return to trialling and the re-introduction of racing many people have been taking advantage of online booking for trials. We’ve put together a simple outline of the process of booking both Official and Unofficial Trials and entering greyhound for racing online.
RACING GREYHOUND INJURY DATA SHOWS FURTHER REDUCTION IN 2019
IGB
2 June 2020
Rásaíocht Con Éireann, Greyhound Racing Ireland, today published details of injury data for 2019.
RACING SCHEDULE - JUNE TO DECEMBER 2020
IGB
29 May 2020
GRI is currently operating on the basis of a resumption of trialling activity with effect from 8th June and a resumption of racing activity behind closed doors from 29th June 2020. In the event that racing activity resumes earlier than 29th June, the Board will be in a position to accommodate same. Significant work has been done on the compilation of a racing calendar for the remainder of 2020.
COVID -19 - OWNERS AND TRAINERS PROTOCOLS FOR ATTENDING STADIA
IGB
28 May 2020
For the safety of the racing public, our staff and the wider community a number of changes will be in place when we return to trials and racing. Please familiarise yourself with the COVID-19 Owners and Trainers Protocol to understand your role and what changes you may need to make.
IRGT LAUNCH NEW FOSTER TO ADOPT SCHEME
IGB
19 May 2020
The Irish Retired Greyhound Trust (IRGT) have launched their new Foster to Adopt scheme today, with the aim of offering would-be adopters the chance to experience life with a retired greyhound.
THANK YOU TO ALL THOSE ON THE FRONTLINE
IGB
20 April 2020
A reminder to all of you on the frontline that we continue to appreciate your work.
TRACEABILITY SYSTEM PROCUREMENT PROCESS BEGINS AS GRI CONTINUE TO IMPLEMENT CARE & WELFARE MEASURES
IGB
14 November 2019
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) has announced the commencement of a tender process for a greyhound traceability system which will monitor and record key life events for all registered greyhounds throughout their life.
NOTICE FOR GREYHOUND OWNERS/TRAINERS/KEEPERS/KENNELHANDS
IGB
21 October 2019
In the interests of greyhound welfare, it is important that any greyhounds injured during a race or showing any signs of distress or injury after a race are presented to the track veterinarian for immediate assessment.
GRI CARE & WELFARE INITIATIVES UPDATE - 26TH SEPTEMBER 2019
IGB
26 September 2019
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GR) continues to make significant progress in the areas of welfare and regulation under its Strategic Plan 2018-2022. The racing greyhound continues to be the most regulated of all canine breeds in Ireland. The following is an update on our care and welfare measures:
GRI WELCOMES PUBLIC RESPONSE AFTER GREYHOUND CARE LINE CALLS
IGB
4 September 2019
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) has welcomed the public response to its confidential Greyhound Care Line during its first month of operations.
NEW CARE FUND FOR GREYHOUNDS ANNOUNCED BY GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND
IGB
6 August 2019
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) today announced the establishment of a separate Care Fund dedicated to funding a variety of initiatives for the care and welfare of the greyhound including re-homing initiatives, greyhound support scheme, care centres, traceability system and other actions all designed to support the care and welfare of the racing greyhound.
GREYHOUND CARE – GRI INJURIES AT TRACKS RECOVERY SCHEME
IGB
6 August 2019
The IGB today announced a scheme to provide funding for the treatment of greyhounds which have been injured when racing at IGB licenced stadia.
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND ANNOUNCES NEW CONFIDENTIAL PHONE LINE TO REPORT WELFARE CONCERNS
IGB
12 July 2019
Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) today announced the launch of a confidential phone line which will be available to members of the public to report greyhound welfare concerns.
IRISH RETIRED GREYHOUND TRUST PLEDGES CONTINUED SUPPORT TOWARDS PRIVATE REHOMING AGENCIES
IGB
11 July 2019
The Irish Retired Greyhound Trust (IRGT), established and operated by Greyhound Racing Ireland (GRI) has today pledged to maintain and enhance its support to a number of private rehoming agencies across the country.
GREYHOUND RACING IRELAND SCHEME AND PROVIDES ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL INCENTIVES FOR DOMESTIC REHOMINGS
IGB
3 July 2019
Greyhound Racing Ireland has confirmed an increase in financial support to private rehoming agencies for the rehoming of retired racing greyhounds in Ireland, as well as the extension of the GRI Scheme for Foster Care of Retired Racing Greyhounds, with the schemes coming into effect immediately.