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❓ Question regarding the adequacy of veterinary care for greyhounds at Mandurah and Cannington racetracks, specifically focusing on the equipment provided to on-track veterinarians. The response indicates RWWA does not provide equipment nor mandate a minimum equipment list, relying on veterinarian registration and professional standards.

AnsweredQoN 3379Legislative Council

Asked

3 November 2020

Member

Hon Alison Xamon

Portfolio

Racing and Gaming

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I refer to the equipment that the on track veterinarians at the Mandurah and Cannington racetracks bring with them, and I ask: (a) how does Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) ensure that the on track veterinarian is able to provide a sufficient level of care for the dogs, without providing any equipment for the veterinarians; (b) does RWWA require a minimum level of equipment for the on track veterinarian to bring with them to the track and to the veterinary rooms; (c) if yes to (b), will the Minister please table that list; and (d) if no to (b), why not?

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Answered

26 November 2020

Responded by

Minister for Regional Development representing the Minister for Racing and Gaming

Response time

10 days

a)      Veterinarians in Western Australia must be registered with the Veterinary Surgeon’s Board of Western Australia and adhere to standards of professional conduct as required within the Veterinary Surgeon’s Act. All veterinarians contracted to provide services at Western Australian race meetings must accordingly be registered and meet the required professional standards as required by the above. In addition to the above contracted veterinarians are selected for their experience and knowledge of greyhounds.
b)      No
c)      Not applicable
d)      Refer to (a).

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