To: Greyhound Pets of America and friends of greyhounds,
Wish I was writing to you under different circumstances. I’m sure many of you
have read or heard about a news article getting lots of attention of late
regarding positive tests regarding racing greyhounds in Florida.
While it is true that some greyhounds have tested positive, a lot is yet
unknown. Many of you may know that I also serve as a racing regulator in the
State of Arizona. One huge lesson I’ve learned during my 5 plus years as a
racing official hearing various cases and appeals is that it’s best to wait for all the factual information, let those charged with
investigating perform that investigation and present their findings before formulating an opinion.
Right now as I see it, and I’m looking at it as someone who has loved and
worked on behalf of the greyhounds for 24 years, we are seeing very few
facts and lots of hearsay and accusations. I would encourage everyone to
hold back on any judgement until investigation is completed and all appeals
have been exhausted.
I will also say, if someone is responsible for physically giving racing
greyhounds cocaine, I hope those charged with performing the investigation
find that person and prosecute to the fullest. If individuals or organizations
are currently being falsely accused and investigation finds that out, I hope
they are fully vindicated.
Rory
Vice-President
Greyhound Pets of America - National
