How Many Dogs are Injured While Racing in Massachusetts?
There are two race tracks that have greyhound racing in Massachusetts – Wonderland and the Raynham Greyhound Park. In 2001, a law was passed which mandated the reporting of injuries at the tracks. According to state records, more than 800 dogs have been injured while racing in Massachusetts. Nearly eighty percent of these injuries involved broken legs. Other reported injuries include paralysis, death from cardiac arrest and a broken neck. View a full report on commercial dog racing, including injuries. Learn about the winning Yes on 3 Spokesdog! Meet Snake, the winner of the Spokesdog contest. Additional Information If you would like to learn more about Question 3, see the campaign ads, footage of greyhounds being injured, and more visit the Committee to Protect Dogs website.
