How the Body of a Racing Greyhound Affects its Lap Time

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CONTENTS

CHAPTER 01: INTRODUCTION3

1.1Background of the Study3

1.2Purpose of the Study3

1.3Problem Statement4

1.4Significance of the Study4

1.5Aims and Objectives4

1.6Research Questions5

1.7Organization of the Study5

CHAPTER 02: LITERATURE REVIEW6

2.1History of Greyhound Racing6

2.2Basic Characteristics of Greyhound and Impact of Body7

2.3Running of a Greyhound8

REFERENCES10

CHAPTER 01: INTRODUCTION

Background of the Study

Greyhound racing is referred to a competitive racing of greyhound dogs, in an organised way around a track. The greyhound dogs are required to chase an artificial rabbit or hare on the racing track till the dogs reach the finish line of the track. The public watching greyhound racing also gamble on the results of greyhound racing similar to horse racing. However, gambling in greyhound racing is considered as far less profitable than gambling in horse racing, but, it is still the part of gambling industry in some countries such as, Australia, Mexico, Macau, Ireland, Spain, UK and USA). Although, in many countries greyhound racing is yet unskillful and only considered as a source of enjoyment but, in countries where greyhound racing is a part of gambling industry, there are growing concerns for the well-being of dogs and other aspects that have an impact on the lap time of a racing greyhound. The efforts to address these concerns and enhance the effectiveness of this industry are considered as a debatable topic in many countries. This study will look into the effects of the body of racing greyhound on its lap time.

Purpose of the Study

The major purpose of the study is to explore how the body of racing greyhound affects its lap time. Additionally, the study will also explore other concerns that affect the efficiency of greyhound racing. Moreover, the results of the study will help in finding ways to address the concerns regarding the well-being of dogs, and improve the effectiveness of greyhound racing industry.

Problem Statement

In many countries, greyhound racing is considered as the part of gambling industry. UK is also among such countries where greyhound racing is considered as the part of gambling industry like horse racing. However, greyhound racing is yet not as profitable as horse racing. Therefore, the study will explore major concerns regarding the well-being of the dogs. More specifically, the study will explore the effects of the body of racing greyhound on its lap time.

Significance of the Study

The study would be significant in order to understand the concerns that affect greyhound's racing, which will help in enhancing the effectiveness of greyhound racing industry. Prior research mainly suggests the impact of track conditions on the lap time of racing greyhounds (Gillete and Zebas, 1991, pp. 15-28). Moreover, the study would also highlight concerns where further research is required in order to address the issues in greyhound racing in UK.

Aims and Objectives

The main aim of this study project is to determine how the body of racing greyhound affects its lap time. Therefore, the objectives of the study are as follows:

To explore the history of greyhound racing

To review the impact of the body of ...