Greyhound Racing may may end in USA

We used to have many greyhound recuses in our area, because once they are too old to race they are adopted out.  No more racing equals no more greyhounds.  Maybe our kids will see them in zoos, but that may become cruelty someday as well.  What is everyones take on this.  Is breding animals for profit cruelty, being for  food or racing or just for more  baby animals.  Where should the line be drawn, and what is good for the species

We used to have many greyhound recuses in our area, because once they are too old to race they are adopted out.  No more racing equals no more greyhounds.  Maybe our kids will see them in zoos, but that may become cruelty someday as well.  What is everyones take on this.  Is breding animals for profit cruelty, being for  food or racing or just for more  baby animals.  Where should the line be drawn, and what is good for the species

NC  I would be interested in knowing the problems these dogs had in ajusting to a life outside of racing,   I know most spent alot of time with very long dog runs outside, but  know very little about the training side of things.  I know there is 2 sides to this story

Do you think there is a way to have dog racing in a way the animals aren't abused or do you feel it is inherently abusive? 

Let me clarify. I don't think it is INHERENTLY abusive. If the dogs are properly cared for, then I don't see the problem. Dogs just want to be part of a pack--humans, other dogs, or both. And they like to have fun. I can see how a racing greyhound might easily experience both those things and be happy.

I can also see how they could be abused. But hell, not every dog owner treats their dog well or makes sure he's healthy and happy. Animal abuse by owners is a problem not confined to the racing circuit. And racing is not the only field/business where dogs are used for profit.

I think it's a bit of a stretch to say that the dogs are "involved" in the betting; they're oblivious to it and play no role in it. 

Regardless of the morality or ethics involved, the current dynamic is that mankind uses animals. That's the simple practicality of it. And because

a) Some if not most people are assholes

b) The Holy Screeds of various religions all say that animals exist to "serve" mankind and we can do whatever we want with them

c) Pre-science (an era that continues under MAGA), we believed that there was a sharp line of demarcation between intelligent us and brute animals; only we had "minds"

d) Treating animals humanely would lower profit margins and decrease wealth

we're not going to stop using them.

I'll surmise that reputable horseracing and dog racing outfits, though in it for profit, treated their animals humanely.  Got to know that for others, not so much.

We know about puppy mills and what happens there.  Animals bred only to breed and sell until they cannot breed anymore; inhumane conditions.  Held in slings and cages with their feet never touching the ground.  

But humans support those practices.

I was half listening to a program on Animal Planet yesterday, maybe  Dodo Heroes or other program that featured rescues, among other things.  A contingent of natives somewhere in the world earnestly believe that torturing the animal before killing them makes their meat (food) taste better.  This is their belief, like a religion, not just a pure evil intent.   

Humans figure out how to profit.  Whether it is good for all concerned is another matter.  Whether a particular practice should be outlawed, or regulated, is another matter.

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I general they adapt to life after racing with no problems. They are not used to things like children or home life so it can be a challenge at first but they adapt quickly. Best suited for a home that has a fenced yard or owners willing to walk them. With their speed and prey drive they are not suited to being off leash. It really can depend on the dog, we have adopted older Greyhounds that had been raced for years and very young ones that never made to the track.

Greyhounds and other breeds seem to have great fun participating in speed and agility events. Mine enjoy a race in the fenced yard so yes they can race for fun. Most dogs are retired from racing because of injuries, that is what I see as abusive.

Animals have provided food for humans, in labor and on the dinner table since the beginning of time, or civilization would have died out.

A couple on our street had two retired racing greyhounds.  Not a huge house or yard by any stretch.  They walked the hounds daily.  The dogs appeared content.  Don't know what happened after the couple moved away.