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12 March 2012 Greyhound Races Face Extinction at the Hands of Casinos they Fostered Greyhound racing is starting to disappear in the United States. Not due to just animal rights activists claiming that the event is inhumane, but because there is a lack of interest in Greyhound racing nowadays. Much of the focus on the races has been shifted to other forms of gambling such as slot machines. The same focus has been lost on horse racing as well. Also, even the owners of Greyhound race tracks have started to agree with animal rights activists and want to get rid of their tracks and dogs. Often times, the dogs are kept in confine spaces, have to run many races that risk injury, and end up being put up for adoption at the end of their career. Greyhound racing is a big part of American culture. It was originally introduced in the United States in 1876, but the first track did not open until 1919. Gambling was most welcomed at these races from the start. Later, the Greyhound Racing Association was established and the sport was introduced to other countries as well. The sport reached its peak right after the Second World War. In 1946, over 34 million people attended Greyhound races. The decline in interest of the sport began in the 1960’s. It used to be such a big part of American culture and now it seems to be disappearing slowly, but surely. This article really shows a huge shift in culture that is going on in America. Not only are the gambling interests shifting from live attractions to more electronic and flashy machines, but animals are gaining rights just as fast as people. Horse racing is also facing a decline as well as Greyhound Racing. People have evolved to appreciate animals more many find the racing inhumane because of the risk and conditions that the animals endure.
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 * 1) How much longing can Greyhound Racing last?
 * 2) Is Greyhound Racing against animal rights?

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