Lure coursing

Classic lure coursing is a sighthound event, but its spin-off, AKC Fast CAT, is open to every dog aged 12 months or more, mixed breeds included once they have an AKC Canine Partners number. Your dog chases a plastic lure down a straight 100-yard dash, is timed, and gets a speed in miles per hour, which makes it a thrilling first outing for a dog who loves to chase. There is no class to take: you turn up, a committee checks your dog is sound, and a run usually costs around $25 to $35. It is a short, full-out sprint, so keep it for fit adult dogs and warm them up first.