New Zealand plans to ban dog racing in 2025
The New Zealand authorities intend to ban dog racing to protect animals – as noted by Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters, TASS reports
A document released by the New Zealand government notes that the authorities ‘plan to stop dog racing’. According to Winston Peters, this is a difficult decision dictated by concern for the welfare of the dogs participating in the races. The number of animals injured during the races remains stubbornly high, and it is time to make a decision in their best interests.
The official also added that the greyhound breeding and dog racing industry "has been in the spotlight for a number of years because of animal welfare concerns’. Peters said racing would be banned, and the industry would be given 20 months to find a shelter for racing dogs and provide other work for staff. He added that the key task will be finding owners for 29 thousand greyhounds bred for racing.
