Call to phase out greyhound racing in Australia after 3 dogs euthanised in 8 days

[Still Waters]

Pecan Minelli became the third greyhound to be euthanised at a West Australian racetrack in eight days after breaking a leg while racing on Tuesday night.

Speaking to ABC Perth's Mornings program, Greens MLC Brad Pettitt said the sport, with its dwindling public support, should be phased out over a two-year period.

"We're going to be asking some questions of the Racing and Gaming Minister [Tony Buti] through the parliamentary process," he said.

"Too many dogs are getting injured and too many are getting killed."

Mr Buti told the ABC he was greatly concerned about animal welfare.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2022-05-13/greyhound-questions-after-three-dogs-killed-in-wa-after-racing/101059926

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