New Zealand’s official ban on greyhound racing is sending up to 150 dogs overseas—mostly to Australia, where the sport thrives. As the ban takes effect this Saturday, authorities are preparing for 1,400 dogs needing new homes in New Zealand over the next few years. Australian officials insist incoming greyhounds will be treated as pets, subject to biosecurity checks—not racing status. New Zealand’s Racing Minister calls the move “the last gasp of a dying industry,” citing high injury and death rates. Meanwhile, a handful of trainers may relocate their operations, with NZ’s Greyhound Racing body paying for flights. But these dogs might not be top contenders anymore, since breeding has slowed since the ban was announced 18 months ago. Interestingly, Kiwis can still bet on Aussie races, which generated nearly $2 billion in 2022–23—far outpacing NZ’s $147 million industry. Animal welfare groups in Australia are already bracing for more retired racing dogs, while some states like the ACT have their own bans. The situation remains fluid, with NZ’s Transition Agency offering no further comment.
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