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Pari-mutuel dog racing. Largely simulcast from remaining US tracks. Win, place, show, and exotic bets available.
17 US venues offer greyhounds.
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Sarasota, Florida
5400 Bradenton Road, Sarasota, FL 34234, USA
Wheeling, West Virginia
1 S Stone St, Wheeling, WV 26003, USA
St Petersburg, Florida
10490 Gandy Blvd N, St. Petersburg, FL 33702, USA
Nitro, West Virginia
1 Greyhound Dr, Cross Lanes, WV 25313, USA
Miami, Florida
450 Northwest 37th Avenue, Miami, FL 33125, USA
Melbourne, Florida
1100 North Wickham Road, Melbourne, FL 32935, USA
Ebro, Florida
6558 Dog Track Rd, Ebro, FL 32437, USA
Pensacola, Florida
951 Dog Track Rd, Pensacola, FL 32506, USA
Monticello Florida, Florida
3079 North Jefferson Street Monticello, Florida 32344
Fort Pierce, Florida
1750 S Kings Hwy, Fort Pierce, FL 34945, USA
Hallandale Beach, Florida
831 N Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009, USA
Dubuque, Iowa
1855 Greyhound Park Rd, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
Daytona Beach, Florida
960 S Williamson Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, USA
West Palm Beach, Florida
1111 N Congress Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33409, USA
Orange Park, Florida
455 Park Ave, Orange Park, FL 32073, USA
Bonita Springs, Florida
10601 Bonita Beach Rd SE, Bonita Springs, FL 34135, USA
Orange Park, Florida
201 Monument Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225, United States
Greyhound racing is pari-mutuel dog racing where greyhounds chase a mechanical lure around an oval track. The sport has declined significantly in the United States, with live racing now limited to a handful of tracks, primarily in West Virginia. Most greyhound wagering today occurs through simulcast feeds from tracks that still operate live racing. The wagering format is identical to horse racing: win, place, show, exacta, trifecta, and superfecta bets are available. You'll find live tables at most major properties. See our full US casino directory for venue contact details and hours.
Greyhound racing was once a staple of American pari-mutuel wagering, but live racing has declined to just a few tracks. Most greyhound action today comes through simulcast feeds at racebooks and OTB parlors. The wagering format is identical to horse racing, but the handicapping factors are different. Greyhound races are shorter, simpler, and more dependent on post position and early speed than thoroughbred races.
Get a program from the racebook or simulcast venue. Programs list dogs, post positions, recent speed ratings, and trainer information.
Choose a dog and bet type: win, place, show, exacta, trifecta, or superfecta.
Place your bet at a mutuel window or self-service kiosk before the race starts. Races run every 10 to 15 minutes.
Watch the race on the simulcast screen. The mechanical lure leads the dogs around the track.
Results are posted after the race is declared official. Winning tickets can be cashed at the window.
Greyhound races are short -- typically 5/16 or 3/8 of a mile -- and last about 30 seconds.
Greyhound races typically feature 8 dogs chasing a mechanical lure around an oval track. Race distances are short -- 5/16 or 3/8 of a mile -- and races last about 30 seconds. The dogs are loaded into a starting box, and the lure begins moving when the boxes open. The first dog across the finish line wins. Standard pari-mutuel wagering applies: win (first), place (first or second), show (first, second, or third), exacta (first two in order), trifecta (first three in order), and superfecta (first four in order).
The remaining live greyhound tracks in the US are concentrated in West Virginia, with Wheeling Island and Mardi Gras Casino being the primary venues. Most other tracks have closed or converted to simulcast-only operations. The takeout on greyhound wagers is typically higher than horse racing, ranging from 18 to 25 percent. Simulcast feeds from tracks in other countries, particularly Ireland and Australia, are available at some racebooks.
Live racing has declined significantly. Only a handful of tracks in West Virginia still offer live greyhound racing. Most greyhound wagering today is through simulcast from remaining tracks or international feeds.
Post position is the most important factor in greyhound racing. Inside posts (1-3) have a significant advantage.
Early speed is critical. Greyhounds that break well from the box and reach the first turn ahead of the pack win at a high rate.
Study the dog's recent speed ratings and grade level. A dog dropping in grade is a strong betting angle.
The time between races is short (10-15 minutes). Have your bets ready before the race to avoid missing the window.
Exacta and trifecta boxes cover multiple finish orders. A $1 exacta box with 3 dogs costs $6 and gives you six possible winning combinations.
The takeout on exotic bets is higher than on straight bets. Win and place bets offer the best value for bettors.
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Handicapping greyhounds is simpler than handicapping horses. Post position is the dominant factor: inside posts win at a higher rate because dogs from the outside must run a wider path around the turns. Early speed is the second most important factor. A greyhound that consistently breaks quickly and reaches the first turn ahead of the pack has a significant advantage. Grade level changes are powerful indicators: a dog dropping from Grade A to Grade B has a strong chance.
The most profitable approach for casual bettors is to bet win and place on inside-post dogs with early speed. Exotic bets are harder to hit in greyhound racing than horse racing because the fields are smaller and the outcomes more predictable, which reduces the payout potential. Compared to harness racing, greyhound racing is simpler and faster but offers fewer betting opportunities per session.
Horse racing with jockeys. Larger fields, more handicapping depth. The dominant US racing sport.
Standardbred horses pulling sulkies. Pace and trot gaits. Strong in the Northeast and Midwest.
Live broadcast of races from other tracks. Bet on greyhound races remotely from a casino racebook.
Bet on races at an off-site OTB parlor. Same pari-mutuel pools, different venue.
Greyhound wagering is available at casino racebooks, OTB parlors, and simulcast venues. Most casino racebooks carry greyhound simulcast feeds alongside horse racing, though the menu is smaller than horse racing options.
Before you bet, check the track menu at the racebook or simulcast venue. Browse our US casino directory to find venues near you.
Use the same bet types as horse racing: win, place, show, exacta, trifecta, and superfecta. Place bets at a mutuel window or kiosk before the race.
