FAST CAT
by Gayle Riggins, Brylin Obedience Specialty School
What is a Fast CAT?
Fast CAT is the fastest growing AKC sport. This is a sport that anyone and every dog can participate in. There is no practice or training necessary. If your dog loves to run, this is the sport for you and your dog. This is a 100 yard dash in a fenced 9 to 10 foot wide corridor. You dog is turned loose at the start line and they chase a lure (plastic bag) and run toward you at the end of the 100 yards safely into a catch pen.
Your dog’s time will be recorded at the beginning and end of their run by electronic timers. The time for the 100 yard dash is then converted to Miles Per Hour. Dogs that are 12 inches or smaller have a 2X multiplier handicap. Dogs that are between 12 and 18 inches have a 1.5X multiplier handicap. Dogs greater than 18 inches do not have a handicap. The dogs MPH is multiplied by the handicap and that will be your AKC points. Once your dog reaches 150 points you earn your first title.
All dogs need an AKC number to play this game. If you do not have a number then you can register for one here: Registering Here.
This event is a very positive and exciting sport for you and your dog!
What is a Fast CAT?
Fast CAT is the fastest growing AKC sport. This is a sport that anyone and every dog can participate in. There is no practice or training necessary. If your dog loves to run, this is the sport for you and your dog. This is a 100 yard dash in a fenced 9 to 10 foot wide corridor. You dog is turned loose at the start line and they chase a lure (plastic bag) and run toward you at the end of the 100 yards safely into a catch pen.
Your dog’s time will be recorded at the beginning and end of their run by electronic timers. The time for the 100 yard dash is then converted to Miles Per Hour. Dogs that are 12 inches or smaller have a 2X multiplier handicap. Dogs that are between 12 and 18 inches have a 1.5X multiplier handicap. Dogs greater than 18 inches do not have a handicap. The dogs MPH is multiplied by the handicap and that will be your AKC points. Once your dog reaches 150 points you earn your first title.
All dogs need an AKC number to play this game. If you do not have a number then you can register for one here: Registering Here.
This event is a very positive and exciting sport for you and your dog!
Lure Coursing
Lure Coursing is another sport for the dog that loves to run and chase! Instead of a straight 100 yard dash, the dogs chase the lure around a field in zigs and zags.
Getting Started
Safety Check: This sport may take place in open fields, make sure your Siberian Husky has a solid recall before competing.
Vet Check: Talk with your vet to ensure your dog is healthy enough to participate in this activity. For Fast CAT your dog must be at least 12 months of age.
Vet Check: Talk with your vet to ensure your dog is healthy enough to participate in this activity. For Fast CAT your dog must be at least 12 months of age.
Finding a Mentor
The best place to find a mentor is through your local Siberian Husky Club, or through the parent club at www.shca.org.
Titles
Fast CAT
Fast CAT titles suffix titles are earned at designated milestones:
• BCAT = 150 points
• DCAT = 500 points
• FCAT = 1,000 points
• FCAT# = every additional 500 points
• BCAT = 150 points
• DCAT = 500 points
• FCAT = 1,000 points
• FCAT# = every additional 500 points
Lure Coursing
Siberian Huskies are not currently eligible for AKC Lure Coursing titles, however some events may allow other breeds to participate.
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