Which Countries Race Greyhounds?

Greyhound racing is only legal in eight countries: UK, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, USA, Vietnam, China and Mexico, and even in these localities, it's in decline. Only 19 greyhound tracks remain in the US, in six states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Iowa & West Virginia.

What countries do greyhound racing?

In many countries greyhound racing is purely amateur and solely for enjoyment. In other countries, particularly Australia, the Republic of Ireland, Mexico, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, greyhound racing is part of the gambling industry and similar to horse racing.

Where are greyhounds still racing?

Those states are Oregon, Connecticut, Kansas, Wisconsin and Alabama. In just four states, pari-mutuel dog racing remains legal and operational. These states are West Virginia, Arkansas, Iowa and Texas.