The finish line is finally in sight. Public consultation on the Bill to ban commercial greyhound racing has begun, and greyhounds need your voice right now.

This is our last chance to end greyhound racing in New Zealand forever.

Public consultation on the Bill to ban commercial greyhound racing closes 9 January, and every single submission counts.

Greyhounds desperately need your help to cross the finish line.

Make a submission to support the ban

It takes only a moment, and without public backing, this opportunity could slip away.

Last December, the Government announced its intention to end commercial greyhound racing in Aotearoa. Now, it’s over to all of us to ensure that intention becomes law.

Why This Matters

To make the ban a reality, the Racing Industry (Closure of Greyhound Racing Industry)Amendment Bill must pass in Parliament. If it does, commercial racing will end on 1 August 2026 – opening a new chapter where greyhounds can live as they should: safe, loved, and
free from the risks of racing.

After more than a decade of independent reviews revealing systemic welfare issues and inadequate attempts at reform, SPCA is asking you to join us in saying no more chances. In the most recent racing season, 16 dogs died as a result of racing, making it the deadliest season since the industry was put on notice. As long as racing continues, dogs will inevitably be injured and some dogs will die.

The World Is Moving On

The world is turning away from greyhound racing. Following New Zealand’s announcement, Wales, Scotland and Tasmania are moving towards bans of their own, and momentum continues to build. We are leading the way – and we must keep going.

Make a submission 

Greyhounds will Not Disappear

A common claim from the industry is that banning racing will make greyhounds “disappear”. That’s simply not true. Dalmatians no longer run beside fire trucks, and whippets are now adored as family companions rather than racers. Breeds evolve as society does, and
greyhounds already make exceptional pets.

This Is Our Moment

Submissions close 9 January.

Please add your voice and share this message to encourage others to do the same. Together, we can help ensure every greyhound gets the future they deserve.

SPCA has straightforward guidance available online to help you make a quick, meaningful
submission.

It can be as simple as one sentence of support.

Let’s get this ban across the finish line – for every greyhound still waiting for a better life.