Champion Irish Greyhound Tests Positive For Cocaine

One of Ireland’s premier racing greyhounds has tested positive for cocaine, according to the Irish Greyhound Board. 

Clonbrien Hero tested positive for the substance three times within a four week period, between June 24 and July 22. 

According to RTÉ, the Class A drug has a similar effect on dogs as it does on humans. The IGB confirmed the dog tested positive for Benzoylecgonine, otherwise known as cocaine.

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