On Tuesday night, 18-08-2026, the Chilean Chamber of Deputies determined the future of dog racing in the country. The full chamber approved a ban on these clandestine competitions, with 80 votes in favor, 41 against, and 7 abstentions.
In Portugal racing is allowed and the exploitation of this breed continues. Forced training, doping, blood trafficking and cruelty.
On this day, Chile is on the right side of history.
Sadly it could send the ‘sport’ underground. I hope not.
#galgoslibres
5 galgos puppies born in a shelter, who will never know the cruelty of the Spanish galguero.
If you are passionate about galgos then you need a copy of my definitive guide to the Spanish Galgo, which can be purchased on this weblink.
All proceeds from the sale are donated to appeals for help with vet fees for sick and injured galgos.
I’m a great believer in natural remedies for my dogs and horses – apart from when they need antibiotics to kill bacteria! So is valerian root a good natural remedy as a calmer for nervous dogs, or in special circumstances like thunderstorms and fireworks?
Read the full article here.
Heartworm is a life threatening health problem in dogs, if untreated, spread by mosqsuito bites. Treatment can be for months and means the dog must not move around very much or it stimulates the worm to move around.
Galga Tina at Galgos Rescue Almeria has tested positive for this terrible problem. Here she is at the vet being examined.
From Sandy at GRA. Our sweet Tina tested positive for Dirofilaria, heartworm. Heartworm is a serious and potentially fatal disease if it is not treated properly and closely monitored. Of course, we didn’t waste a single moment. Tina returned to the veterinarian for a thorough examination. Her heart was carefully checked, and another blood sample was taken. It was examined under a microscope to determine whether any heartworm larvae were still present, allowing her treatment plan to be tailored to her needs.
