FAQs about greyhounds
Do greyhounds have to be muzzled in public?
In Tasmania, the muzzling law has changed to allow greyhounds that pass an accredited program to be muzzle free when in public wearing their identifying collar. Gap Tasmania is an accredited program and the green collar signifies the greyhound being permitted to be muzzle free.
It is still the law that they must be on the lead in a public place, this is as much for their safety as any other reason. The only way to assure your greyhound’s safety is on lead.
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Do greyhounds require a lot of exercise?
No. Greyhounds are sprinters and as such, tire very quickly. They enjoy but are not dependent on moderate exercise. In most homes, the shared experience of a short brisk walk once a day is enough to keep both the adopter and the adoptee in good physical health. They can make good jogging companions, but only after they are properly conditioned for long distances.
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Why can't greyhounds be off leash in any dog area?
Take Our Lead: Why greyhounds need to stay on a lead in public (grv.org.au)
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Can I exercise my greyhound off-lead?
Adopted greyhounds
Except where they are securely confined to private premises, greyhounds may only be exercised off-leash in areas that have been specifically declared by councils, and where any conditions set by the council in relation to that declared area are being complied with. Please contact your local council if you want to find out if there are any areas in your local municipality where off-leash exercise of greyhounds is allowed.
Department of Premier and Cabinet (dpac.tas.gov.au)