OBJECTIVE: To ensure that every greyhound receives the food and water needed for optimal development, health and wellbeing.

Food

2.1 All greyhounds must be fed at least once daily. Food must be provided in sufficient quantity and nutritional quality. Food must be canine-appropriate and meet the daily requirements for the greyhound’s age, size, condition, and level of activity. R.

2.2 Unless directed otherwise by a veterinarian, greyhounds must be provided with raw meaty bones and/or chew toys to promote dental health. R.

2.3 Food must not be allowed to become rancid, decayed or insect infested. Uneaten food must be disposed of before a fresh meal is provided. R.

2.4 Food fed to greyhounds must not contain raw offal. R.

2.5 Participants must ensure they have adequate food available on site to meet the needs of the greyhounds in the event of an emergency such as illness or accident. R.

Cleaning and food storage

2.6 Food containers and food preparation areas must be kept clean. R.

2.7 Food must be stored in such a way as to prevent spoilage or contamination. R.

Water

2.8 Fresh, clean drinking water must be available to greyhounds at all times. R.

2.9 Puppies must be provided with access to fresh clean drinking water from three weeks of age.

2.10 Water containers must be safe for puppies and greyhounds, non-spillable, and hold sufficient water. R.

2.11 Water containers must be kept clean. R. Note: Participants who keep retired greyhounds are required to comply with those Standards marked with an “R” in relation to those greyhounds.

Note: Participants who keep retired greyhounds are required to comply with those Standards marked with an “R” in relation to those greyhounds.