When is a Beardie a Fast CAT?
Interesting question. Learn the answer on May 29, 2021!

FAST CAT® – which stands for Coursing Ability Test – is a timed 100-yard dash where dogs run one at a time, chasing a lure. It’s over before you know it — and it’s nothing short of awe-inspiring to watch your dog run at top speed, ears back, eyes focused, legs strong.

The National Capital Bearded Collie Club is sponsoring a “TRY IT” Fast CAT event at Hog Dog Productions, Millersville, MD on Saturday, May 29, 2021. Starting at 10 a.m., we will have instruction in introducing our dogs to the lure and our handlers to the sport. Dogs will be provided at least two runs, with a third available, time permitting. This is a non-competitive event, providing experience to dog and handler teams. The field is fully fenced and will provide a safe but exciting opportunity for all. The two runs will cost $12. If time is available for a third try, there will be an additional $5 fee payable at the event.

Following the Fast CAT opportunity, members may enjoy a group picnic (bring your hampers and pop-up tents) and participate in the May General Membership meeting of the NCBCC. The meeting is estimated to begin at 12:30.

How to Enter

The Fast CAT “TRY IT” will be open to all breeds, but with priority given to Bearded Collies through May 17, 2021. The popularity of the sport has been incredible and this event will fill quickly, so please email your entries by May 22 to Lucy Campbell at Briarpatch.beardies@gmail.com.

Entry fees of $12.00 per dog may be remitted to the Club’s paypal account at ncbccpaypal@gmail.com.

No entry form is required, just an email providing your name and email address and the name/call name of the dog(s) you’d like to enter. How simple!

Direct your questions to Lucy Campbell, at the email above or call 443-212- 5134.