Your whippet must participate in the akc lure coursing trial held in conjunction with the awc national specialty. This article is meant to help newcomers to the sport understand who these people are and why they do. In the sport of lure coursing we do not chase live game, we use a plastic bag on a string powered by motors. Borzoi club of america information about lure coursing. Whos who at a lure coursing event southern california. Junior showmanship rules applying to dog shows dealing with misconduct dog show stewards the image of the booklet cover color may not depict the current version. Find the rules and regulations for akc events here. The following rules and regulations governing ukc licensed lure coursing meets and the awarding of ukc championshippoints, qualifying scores and titles issued by united kennel club, inc. April 5, 2020 2020116707 i encloseentry fees in the amount of. Rules for the conduct of lure coursing trials ankc.
Official american kennel club lure coursing entry form official american kennel club lure coursing entry form club. Lure coursing forms and rules united kennel club ukc. Lure coursing specialists what are cats and fast cats. Akc regulations for lure coursing tests and trials. Official american kennel club lure coursing entry form borzoi club of america sun. Lure coursing is a competition designed to have sighthounds follow a lure controlled by a lure operator thru a pulley, which is run according to a particular course design. Lure coursing is a sport for dogs that involves chasing a mechanically operated lure. Lure coursing regulation and resources american kennel club.
Each dog runs individually and chases after an artificial lure on either a 300 or 600yard long. Sighthound breeds registered with the member body, and are eligible to participate in lure. First offered as a titling event by the akc in 2016, it has grown rapidly in popularity with dog. We use cookies to capture information such as ip addresses and tailor the website to our clients needs. Lure coursing in this event, sighthounds chase a mechanized, white plastic lure around a all dogs have skills and instincts that come naturally, whether its running, hunting, or chasing. Signature of owner or his agent duly authorized to make this entry. Regulations for lure coursing tests and trials regulations for. In 1975, asfa established rules regarding the conduct of lure courses, judging and established a point and title system for the sport. All things akc lure coursing public group facebook. The objectives of the iowa coursing association are to. The purpose of the akc coursing ability test is to provide all dogs and their owners an enjoyable, healthy activity in which they can participate.
On this page you will find the premium lists for all of the upcoming events that lure coursing specialists, llc is helping the kennel club put on. Rule book includes lure coursing, cat, and fast cat regulations. Akc lure coursing is a sport which tests the inherent coursing characteristics of sighthound breeds. Select a competition type, provide additional information if you have it, then click search. Fill out the standard entry in the akc lure coursing premium and submit it by the closing date. Special attractions application american kennel club. Akc delegate judges returned in the search results will be indicated by an asterisk. Sport of lure coursing eligible breeds trial schedule entry forms clubs rule book policies asfa rulebook and policies note. Search for a performancescent workakc temperament test judge.
There are entry forms included with t he premium lists. Founded in 1884, the akc is the recognized and trusted expert in breed, health and training information for dogs. Best practices guide to akc fast cat fast coursing ability test by the herding, earthdog, and lure coursing committee of the akc delegate body fast cat is a 100yard dash coursing ability test where a dogs time is converted to miles per hour. Competition is typically limited to dogs of purebred sighthound breeds, although the akc has a passfail trial for all breeds called the coursing ability test cat. As a response to those who wished to compete under the sanction of the american kennel club, the akc was petitioned to recognize lure coursing as they do hunting tests, point trials and herding tests. We are proud to be the first nationally known association for lure coursing.
Based on the sport of lure coursing, coursing ability tests will serve as an introduction to the sport for all eligible dog owners. Sanctioned events are events that qualify new clubs to hold akc events. National lure coursing championship 2019 nlcc all breed trials will be held preceeding the nlcc on dec 28th and 29th, hosted by the midatlantic hound association. Lure coursing is a system of mechanized lures and pulleys that simulate the unpredictability of chasing live prey. Akc actively advocates for responsible dog ownership and. Akc rules, regulations, policies and guidelines are available on the american kennel club website. Club and held in accordance with akc lure coursing rules and regulations. In september of 1991 the akc began its own program of lure coursing as a sport under the guidance of dean wright, a long time promoter of asfa lure coursing events. This applies to demonstrations as well as competitive events. Onestop access to rules and forms for ukc lure coursing. Official american kennel club lure coursing entry form.
Lure coursing is a sport that was originally designed for sighthounds like whippets and greyhounds, but now every dog is invited to participate in this new exciting sport. Sanctioned lure coursing tests and trials are informal events, held by a club after obtaining the sanction of the american kennel club, at which hounds may participate, but not for titles. National lure coursing championship american kennel club. A club that meets the requirements of the american kennel club and wishes to hold a lure coursing test andor trial at which qualifying scores or championship points toward titles may be earned must make application to the american kennel club on the akc form designated and provided for. Club for the holding of this event under american kennel club rules and regulations. Lure coursing tests and trials coursing ability test fast cat tracking events earthdog tests coonhound events scent work. In akc, rules regarding breeds that may not compete in best in field are updated periodically, based on recommendations of the breed club, and provisional or. You must have this number with you to fill out the forms. Hunting tests, lure coursing, tracking events contact. Your first step to learn about fast cat is to call or visit your a local akc club and see if they offer one or both of the two types of tests. At any lure coursing event there are a number of people filling different roles, all helping to make the event run as smoothly as possible and in compliance to akc rules. Based on the sport of lure coursing, the coursing ability tests will serve as an introduction to the sport for all eligible dogs and their owners. You can easily go online to the akc even on the day of the event, and get a canine partner number almost immediately upon payment to the akc.
Actions to help akc lure coursing clubs impacted by covid19 the akc performance events department has been processing numerous event cancellations as the covid19 virus continues to spread. Regulations for lure coursing tests and trials regulations. Obedience, rally, lure coursing, earthdog or any event which the american kennel club licenses must follow akc regulations, utilizing approved course requirements and equipment. Since then the asfa has been promoting the sport of lure coursing throughout the us. These are lure coursing trials sponsored by the american kennel club and held in accordance with akc lure coursing rules and regulations. This exam will test your knowledge and understanding of the material found in and as required by, regulations for lure coursing tests and trials.
The akc is the recognized and trusted expert in breed, health and training information for dogs. Akc lure coursing titles from the akc regulations for lure coursing tests and trials junior courser jc title a hound at least 12 months of age running alone shall receive one qualification from a judge, and a second qualification from a. Coursing trials may earn titles of singles field champion sfch. Is your computer enabled to use the event management system. Judges of special attractions need not be regular approved judges for the breeds or groups. Dogs completing the akc coursing ability test in perry, ga. We have been around lure coursing for many years and know under what conditions and on what fields we would run our dogs. Akc sports are fun and exciting for owners and dogs alike. Allbreed akc licensed lure coursing trials permission has been granted by the american kennel club for the holding of these events under american kennel club rules and guidelines. This online test can be taken by individuals seeking approval to judge lure coursing events. Orca strives to promote lure coursing and racing as a family oriented activity. The rules apply to both cats and fast cats coursing ability tests. Akc rules and a list of akc approved lure coursing clubs is available from the akc web site, as is a searchable schedule of events.
The american sighthound field association was founded in 1972. United kennel club ukc is an international dog registry celebrating bonds, rewarding ability, and preserving the value of a pedigree. This group is for discussions related to akc lure coursing. With over 22,000 annual events, there is a sport for you. The purpose of the akc coursing ability test is to provide all dogs and their owners and enjoyable, healthy activity in which they can participate. We are akc lure coursing coursing judges for the sighthound trials as well as cat and we are also asfa coursing judges. Lure coursing test events 33 test date 05082017 founded in 1884, the akc is the recognized and trusted expert in breed, health and training information for dogs. Your dog must have an akc registration number, pal, ilp or canine partner number to compete. Founded in 1884, the akc is the recognized and trusted expert in breed, health, and training information for dogs.
The lure will lead a pack to run as fast as they can, zigzagging across an open field in hopes of catching it. Actions to help akc lure coursing clubs impacted by covid19 the akc performance events department has been processing numerous event cancellations as. A club that meets the requirements of the american kennel club and wishes to hold a lure coursing test andor trial at which qualifying scores or championship points toward titles may be earned must make application to the american kennel club on the akc form designated and provided for permission to hold each event. Lure coursing is a humane sport which attempts to imitate the. Getting started in lure coursing american kennel club.
The american kennel club or a club which is licensed by the american kennel club. Fci regulations for international sighthound races and lure. Discipline shall apply to all akc lure coursing tests and trials held under these regulations. Start with a coursing ability test cat because it is designed specifically for newcomers.
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