Olean Kennel Club Fast CAT Trial
Get ready for a weekend of speed, excitement, and cheering dogs on at full throttle. Olean Kennel Club’s AKC Fast CAT Trial is a chance for dogs to do what they love most—run—and for handlers to experience the thrill of watching their dogs chase the lure down a fully fenced 100-yard course. Whether you are chasing a title, building confidence, or simply enjoying a fun day out with your dog, Fast CAT is one of the most exciting sports in AKC competition.
Hosted at Hinsdale Memorial Park, Gile Hollow Road, Hinsdale, NY 14743, this event brings together canine athletes of all sizes and breeds for two days of fun, achievement, and community. Olean Kennel Club is proud to host events like this as part of our mission to promote training, responsible dog ownership, and the joy of doing more with your dog.
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What Is Fast CAT?
Fast CAT is AKC’s timed 100-yard dash for dogs. Dogs run one at a time, chasing a lure straight down the course while electronic timers record their speed. Times are converted to miles per hour, points are earned based on speed and height, and dogs can work toward AKC Fast CAT titles like BCAT (150 points), DCAT (500 points), and FCAT (1000 points).
Event Highlights
This Olean Kennel Club Fast CAT Trial features:
- Two Days! Saturday, July 11 and Sunday, July 12 - 8AM - 4PM
- Two concurrent events each day using a block schedule
- A fully fenced course with continuous loop lure operation and electronic timers
- Limited to 165 runs per event
- $25 per entry, per dog, per event if entered by the closing date, with day-of entries accepted as space allows at increased pricing
- Lure operation by Hudson Valley Coursing Club, NY
Who Can Enter?
Fast CAT is open to all dogs 12 months of age and older that are AKC registered, have a PAL number, or are enrolled in the AKC Canine Partners program. That means both purebred and mixed-breed dogs can join the fun.
Why You’ll Love It
There is nothing quite like watching your dog explode off the line and race toward the finish with total joy and purpose. Fast CAT is beginner-friendly, exciting for spectators, and a fantastic way to celebrate your dog’s natural drive and athleticism. Whether it is your first run or your next title, this is the kind of weekend that leaves you smiling all the way home.
Before You Come
Entrants should be ready with both a catcher and releaser, bring their own shade and drinking water, and plan for a day outdoors. Grounds open one-half hour before event hours, and the premium notes that the events generally run from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM or until all runs are completed. Entrants will receive an email ~1 week prior to the event with their assigned block time, please do not show up before your assigned time, unless you are volunteering.
