GBGB confirms investigation after Star Pelaw kennel deaths

THE GBGB has confirmed a full investigation is under way following news that three greyhounds died in on-site residential kennels at Star Pelaw last week.

In a statement, the GBGB said: "Following the death of three greyhounds at a residential kennels attached to Star Pelaw Greyhound Stadium, we have been undertaking a full investigation to understand the circumstances surrounding these fatalities including post-mortems on the affected dogs.

"Our Stipendiary Steward and Regional Regulatory Vet continue to support the stadium and its attached trainers."

Star Pelaw also issued a statement: "Sadly, we can confirm that three greyhounds passed away at the residential kennels attached to Star Pelaw Stadium.

"We await the results of the post-mortems and will make a further statement then.

"In the meantime, our vets are happy with the health of all the other dogs and the conditions in which they are kept."