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Coursing Ability Test (CAT)
Want an easy, low-stress way to get involved in the world of dog sports? Start with a Coursing Ability Test (CAT) because it is designed specifically for newcomers. The first thing to know about the CAT is that – as with all of our tests – dogs do not compete against each other (as opposed […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/coursing-ability-test/
| October 26, 2017
Sports & Events
History
Warrior Ancestors Many canine historians believe that huge, fierce Molossian dogs, kept by the Ancient Greeks, were brought to British shores by Phoenician traders in the sixth century BC and became the ancestors of the early mastiff-type dogs. These canine giants were used as dogs of war. Julius Caesar, in his account of the Roman […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/field-events-hounds/coonhound/scenthound-history/
| October 26, 2017
Sports & Events
Lure Coursing: Get Started
Ever wonder how the Sighthound got its name? Just as the label suggests, many years ago they were bred to pursue their prey by sight rather than scent which requires a display of fantastic athleticism and keen eyesight to stay in hot pursuit. Today’s Sighthounds demonstrate their coursing skills by chasing after a plastic bag […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/coursing/lure-coursing/getting-started/
| October 26, 2017
Sports & Events
Beagle Field Trials: History
Beagle Field Trials, a sport found only in the United States and Canada, started with this announcement in the Sunday Boston Herald on October 26, 1890: "A group of Beagle Owners would hold a Beagle field trial in Hyannis, Massachusetts, in a fortnight." This Group called themselves the National Beagle Club of America, and the […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/field-events-hounds/beagle-field-trials/history/
| October 26, 2017
Sports & Events
Basset Hound Field Trials: About
By AKC Field Representative Jim Odle Bassett Hound Field Trials are exciting and a lot fun for the hound and huntsman. These events date back to the 1930's. Basset field trials are designed and conducted for the purpose of selecting those hounds that display sound quality and ability to the best advantage. Shortly after the […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/field-events-hounds/basset-hound-field-trials/about/
| October 26, 2017
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Tracking: FAQ
When were the first TD, TDU, TDX and VST Tracking Tests offer? The first tracking test (as part of the UD title) was held on September 13, 1937, as reported in “The Story of Dog Obedience” by Blanche Saunders. The first tracking test at which a dog could earn a TD title was October 7, […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/tracking/exhibitor-resources/tracking-faq/
| October 26, 2017
Sports & Events
AKC National Tracking Invitational 2011 News
News and Updates 2011 AKC National Tracking Invitational Drawing August 18, 2011 At 3:00 p.m. this afternoon, the official drawing for the Champion Trackers that will be participating in the fifth AKC National Tracking Invitational took place at the American Kennel Club office in Raleigh, NC. Diane Schultz, Executive Field Representative, pulled the CT patches […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/tracking/events/akc-national-tracking-invitational/akc-national-tracking-invitational-2011-news/
| October 26, 2017
Sports & Events
Tracking: Get Started
AKC tracking events are the competition form of canine search and rescue. These Tracking events provide experience for dogs and their handlers to meet some needs for tracking and finding lost humans or other animals, as well as, demonstrating the extremely high level of scent capability that dogs possess. We've all seen movies with dogs […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/tracking/getting-started/
| October 26, 2017
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AKC National Tracking Invitational
Dates: September 9-10, 2023 Location: Branched Oak State Recreation Area 12000 W Branched Oak Rd, Raymond, NE 68428 Results Saturday, September 9, 2023 Judges – Jeanne Ramirez & Inge Suchanek Track #1, Assisted CT Nuestra Amiga Rocki CAX FCAT8, Russel Terrier Owned by Kathleen Green Handled by Kathleen Green Track #2, Assisted CT Regen’s […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/tracking/events/akc-national-tracking-invitational/
| October 26, 2017
Sports & Events
Rally: FAQ
"How do I view my dog's awards summary?" Go to the AKC Store: https://www.akc.org/shop/index.cfm Click on the Competitor Reports https://www.apps.akc.org/apps/store/?view=category&cde_category=COMP Once that page opens - then click on Individual Dog Award Records and Points Progression https://www.apps.akc.org/apps/store/?view=product&cde_category=DOG&cde_product=CMPREC If you have not yet logged in, you will be prompted to do so. After you have logged in, […]
https://www.akc.org/sports/rally/rally-resource-center/rally-faq/
| October 26, 2017