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Dog racing is both a gambling event as well as a fund-raising event, depending on the breed and location. "Dog racing" usually refers to Greyhound racing, which is the largest and most widespread type of canine competition. In the United States, greyhound racing has been banned in all but a few states, where its popularity is in decline as the typical dog track attendees grow older. In states where greyhound races do occur, they are strictly regulated by the government because parimutuel gambling on the races is allowed.