Talking Couch Potatoes

Join our hosts as they travel to the first national Greyhound Protection Workshop in Melbourne, where passionate advocates from across Australia convened to champion the changes needed to end greyhound racing. In this episode, we delve into the stories and perspectives of those driving the movement forward. Hear from experts, spokespeople and politicians as they share their insights, challenges and hopes for a brighter future for greyhounds in Australia.

Thanks to Free The Hounds, The Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds, and Blue The Grey for driving this powerful meeting of minds to create change.

https://www.freethehounds.com.au/

https://greyhoundcoalition.com/

https://www.bluethegrey.org/

In this episode, Matt and Mel interview Andrea Pollard, the President of the Coalition for the Protection of Greyhounds (CPG), a prominent national advocacy group in Australia. The discussion delves into the grim realities surrounding greyhound racing nation-wide, provides data-driven insights into the extent of the problems, and highlights the urgent need for advocacy and reform within the industry.

They explore the future for greyhounds, emphasizing the importance of collective action and legislative measures to ensure the welfare and protection of these beautiful animals.

With increased awareness of the ethical implications of greyhound racing, we hope listeners will be inspired to join the movement for change, guided by Andrea and our host's impassioned advocacy and commitment to justice for greyhounds.

Visit CPG's website here for further references and to sign up to volunteer

Visit Free The Hounds' website here

Sign the new WA Petition to End Greyhound Racing (WA residents only)

Sign up here to help us with our petition in Western Australia

Statistics, stewards reports and other references please find here

This episode, Matt and Mel interview Indy Davies, of Bad Publicity Co. Indy is the writer, director and producer of 'The Little Grey Film', a heartwarming short film starring many rescued greyhounds and their advocates around Australia.

Featuring the movie's soundtrack song, 'Runaway' by the Ded Bets.

Watch the trailer https://youtu.be/rZsMTc0KWmw?si=3ZYiFvbicmg2nPO3

Watch Indy's original short about beautiful Georgie https://youtu.be/xWUwojxP-tU?feature=shared

The Western Australian Government started the Greyhound Injury Recovery Scheme (GIFRS) in August 2019. Since then there's been almost a dog per week entered into the scheme.

This episode, Matt and Mel explore the Scheme, look at the data, and speak to a a greyhound adopter with a personal story about her lovely GIFRS hound, Charlotte.

See the Little Grey Film online https://thelittlegreyfilm.com/

Attend the Animal Rights Forum https://animalrightsforum.org/

Complete the FTH survey https://freethehounds.com.au/survey/

Check out the FTH website to see how you can get involved! www.freethehounds.com.au

Contact us on [email protected]

In this Xmas special, Eve West, Dog Behaviourist and Trainer, shares her wealth of knowledge about greyhound behaviors, offering insights into the nuances that make these dogs such a special breed. From their racing backgrounds to their life as couch potatoes, we explore the transition and adjustments these majestic dogs go through. As a Xmas treat, Matt strums and sings a special song he wrote dedicated to the hounds.

Learn more about Eve's service at https://trickydogtraining.com.au/

In this episode of Talking Couch Potatoes, your host Matt talks with Andrew Knight, a leading Veterinary Professor, in a thought-provoking exploration of pet nutrition and environmental

https://www.andrewknight.info/article-pet-food-environmental-sustainability/

https://aknight.info/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Pet-food-sustainability-2023-PDF.pdf

https://sustainablepetfood.info/

An extended interview with leading Animal Welfare Veterinary Professor Andrew Knight. In part 1 of this interview, Matt and guest host Alan Dolphin discuss Professor Knight's 2018 publication on injuries in racing greyhounds and the recommendations for safer tracks. All information discussed can be found at www.andrewknight.info

In this heartwarming episode, we dive into the enchanting world of children's literature.Join Matt and Mel as they embark on a special journey with a unique guest, 8-year-old Hannah, and Emily Norman, author of the delightful children's book "Lily Longnose Finds A Home."

Matt & Mel chat with Toni Donnelly from Greyhound Adoptions WA, a community run and funded agency committed to safely rehoming greyhounds; focusing on the current rehoming crisis in Western Australia.

In this episode Matt and Mel introduce regular segments, including listener feedback, fortnightly stats in Western Australia and greyhound related shoutouts. They discuss the current export bill to ban greyhound exports after Free The Hounds revealed Australian hounds in China's illegal gambling rings. One lucky survivor was secretly rescued and he will be welcomed back home for the sweet life very soon!