WRCV Inc -- Frequently Asked Questions & Guidelines

FAQ & Guidelines

We look forward to welcoming many visitors and members on race days. To assist in this, we are providing this basic guide to the way race days work, as well as answering a few of the most commonly asked questions.

GENERAL GUIDELINES:

Members and visitors are advised of the following basic restrictions and requirements for race days.

All whippet owners are asked to park away from any greyhound people who may be finishing trials when you arrive. If greyhound trials are still in progress, we remind you that all whippets MUST remain in your vehicle until the trials are completed.

Members and guests are reminded that whippets must be over nine months of age to race and must be in good health on race day. Sick dogs are not permitted to race.

Members are reminded that all whippets over 12 months must wear a muzzle whenever they are not restrained in a car, trailer or holding pen. Visitors will be able to either purchase or borrow muzzles or will be allowed to go without a muzzle at the discretion of the stewards.

Members and guests are reminded that all whippets must be restrained and deemed under control by the Stewards at all times. This means a satisfactory lead and collar when not in a vehicle or holding pen.

There are two distances raced each race day. Sprint ~ 100m and Distance ~365m. Whippets will run one trial in each distance which is timed and points going towards the end of year Presentation Evening.

The Whippet Racing Club of Victoria race days are cash only, there are no EFTPOS facilities. Please ensure small denominations to pay for your race as well as the BBQ, cold drinks and raffle tickets if you wish.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: I have a pet whippet, can he run on race day?

A: Yes, any whippet over nine months of age is permitted to have a run on race day in the form of a trial. Trials take place following the scheduled sprint and distance races. Your first trial is free, subsequent trials are $10 ($5 if you're a member) per whippet which allows a sprint and distance trial.

Q: Can I bring dogs other than my whippet with me to the track?

A: Yes you can, however we do ask that all non-whippets be controlled and restrained at all times. We ask that they are also kept away from the marshalling area where whippets are getting ready to race.

If you have any queries or questions, please do not hesitate to email us at: wrcvinc@yahoo.com.au