Since the launch of Greenhounds on 25th October, there have been some very positive responses received via email and facebook and some great stories in the media. Here’s what some people have had to say.
Sandy and Bear’s owner Joe via email:
“I have to say the web site is excellent. There is some really good information up there you have made it more than just the green collar. I read the retraining guide at the weekend and that is also well put together, in fact it would have been really useful when we first got our hound. There is certainly a lot of content to coordinate and I think it is very impressive.”
Diamond’s owners Marisa and Adam via email:
“I know you guys are busy but we are so grateful for this. There has been a little party for our dog by the neighbours already who are so pleased for her! Everybody has volunteered their dogs for training with her.”
Sammy and Gypsy’s owner Babette via email;
“A huge job to track down rescued Greyhounds so you can get accurate data of the big picture of rescued Greyhounds. Last year GAP Victoria passed 400 Greyhounds out of a possible 7000 welped dogs. I’m sure GRNSW can do better. You’re doing a great job – Sammy & Gypsy really appreciate it.”
We’ve even had emails from Norway. Karin said:
“Gratulerer! Hurrah! I am so happy for the greyhounds, I never understood why they needed muzzles but a law is a law. Keep up the good work so everybody can enjoy a muzzle free wet curious greyhound nose.”
David O’Shannessy, the RSPCA’s Chief Inspector in the Parramatta Advertiser:
“We’re hoping this will dispel some of the myths surrounding greyhounds. They have been unmuzzled in people’s back yards for a long time with no real problem, this just means it can happen in public. We hope that we’ll see more greyhounds re-homed, creating more space for us (in RSPCA facilities) and giving the animal a loving home.”
Pawprint Images on Facebook:
“Fantastic work Greenhounds, and all those involved, it is a well overdue amendment to our laws.”
Greenhounds has also received constructive criticism with some people putting forward the view that greyhounds are continuing to be over regulated and the assessment requirements are unfair to the breed. Whilst this is acknowledged, we must work within the parameters we have been given. The changes to the muzzling regulations should be regarded as a hugely positive step which will be one of many to come in the future of the Greyhound breed.