Greyhound Vets hear from Veterinary experts at GBGB Practical Training Day

On 21st May 2025, greyhound track veterinarians from across the country gathered at the University of Nottingham’s School of Veterinary Medicine for a day of practical training, seminars and discussions about current research and best practice for greyhound care. Organised by the Greyhound Board of Great Britain (GBGB), this is one of two key educational events specifically held for greyhound vets during the year, with the GBGB Annual Vet Training Day scheduled to take place in October.

The event included talks by a number of leading veterinarians on a variety of topics including:

• Dr Richard Payne, Association Professor of Veterinary Anatomy at the University of Nottingham, who spoke about preventing, identifying and treating heat stress in racing greyhounds;
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• Professor Emmeline Hill, a leading veterinary geneticist, who spoke about the research her team are undertaking in collaboration with GBGB to better understand the genetic factors influencing resilience and the importance of conserving genetic diversity through breeding management in optimising greyhound health;
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• Dr Calum Young who provided an update on his ongoing MRes research into the use of ultrasound examination to detect sub-clinical injuries in racing greyhounds;
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• Practical sessions demonstrating the musculoskeletal examination of racing greyhounds and musculoskeletal ultrasound imaging techniques.

GBGB Independent Director Professor Madeleine Campbell also gave an update on the delivery of GBGB’s long-term Welfare Strategy, “A Good Life for Every Greyhound”.

Reflecting on the day, Tiffany Blackett, GBGB’s Executive Veterinarian, said:

“It was great to see so many veterinary colleagues attending this GBGB practical track vet training day. From research updates to hands-on practical sessions, all our wonderful speakers sparked fascinating discussions amongst delegates on the delivered subjects and various research findings. Education events such as these are a key focus within our Welfare Strategy and are important  for further enhancing greyhound welfare and for providing regular forums for all our vets to expand and share their knowledge and experience.

“Thank you to all our fantastic speakers and attendees who made this such an interesting and engaging event, and to the University of Nottingham’s School of Veterinary Medicine for their support.”

For all GBGB licensed track vets who were unable to attend the event, the presentations will be made available to view via the GBGB Vets’ Portal.