The NSPCA is calling on the Government to end public funding for greyhound racing, arguing that the money should instead be redirected towards animal welfare and rescue services.
The organisation says taxpayer support for the industry is difficult to justify amid ongoing concerns about injuries and deaths among racing dogs.
Research commissioned by the NSPCA found that 64 per cent of people surveyed opposed public funding for greyhound racing, while 67 per cent supported a gradual phase-out of the industry.
The charity is now urging the Government to make animal welfare a priority as it develops its new Animal Welfare Strategy.
The NSPCA's Director of Advocacy, Conor Dowling, joined us on The Agenda this morning to explain why the organisation believes change is needed.
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