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Three racing greyhounds die within 72 hours

Waikato TimesThe PostThe PressOtago Daily TimesMonday 16 June 2025 · 4 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Three racing greyhounds died in a three-day period, including one dog that collapsed at Addington Raceway in Christchurch. An animal rights organisation described the deaths as a damning indictment of the industry, while the industry body defended itself against critics.

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First reported by Waikato Times, Mon 16 Jun 2025, 2:49pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 19 hours
  1. Waikato TimesWaikato Times via The Press

    Three racing greyhounds die in three days (opens in new tab)

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  2. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    'Damning indictment': Three racing greyhounds die in 72 hours (opens in new tab)