Animal Welfare

1131. Hon ALISON XAMON to the minister representing the Minister for Racing and Gaming:

I refer to the testing of dogs for prohibited substances in the greyhound racing industry.

(1)  Is the minister aware that a greyhound tested positive to amphetamines after winning its race earlier this year?

(2)  If a dog tests positive for an illicit substance, are Racing and Wagering Western Australia’s officers compelled to notify the police?

1119. Hon ALISON XAMON to the Minister for Agriculture and Food:

I refer to the ABC Kimberley story “‘Crisis Level’ means healthy puppies, kittens in the Kimberley could be killed if no-one lends a hand” from 25 August about the developing crisis in animal welfare in the state’s far north.

(1)  What proactive measures has the government taken, or does it plan to take, to reduce the ongoing demand for these kinds of shelters for domestic animals?