07 Activities Available To Pharaoh Hounds
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This article is from the Pharaoh Hounds Breed FAQ, by KayDurr@BIHS.NET (Kay Durr) with numerous contributions by others.
07 Activities Available To Pharaoh Hounds
Lure coursing - AKC & ASFA Field Trials open to all breeds of
Sighthounds (11 of them) whereby the hounds attain titles by doing
what they were originally bred for. At these trials, the sighthounds
chase "white plastic bags," which to them would resemble a "bunny." No
live game is involved.
Open Field Coursing - The National Open Field Coursing Association
(NOFCA) is an organization of sighthound fanciers dedicated to the
common goal of preserving and further developing the natural beauty,
grace, speed, desire and coursing skills inherent in the sighthound.
To further this endeavor, NOFCA has established a system to offer
competitive hunts which allow the sighthounds to demonstrate that they
can perform the functions for which they were originally bred.
Obedience Trials - AKC shows where your hound performs his trained
obedience exercises and attains titles for doing so.
AKC Dog Shows - Where your Pharaoh would be judged to attain his
Championship.
Canine Good Citizens Program - An AKC test to demonstrate that the dog
as a companion of man, can be a respected member of the community.
Agility - A competitive sport in which a handler directs his dog over
a timed obstacle course. Dogs race against the clock, are scored on
their performance and ultimately receives titles.
Tracking - A field trial whereby your dog shows his instinct for
tracking a scented trail. AKC titles are given for different levels of
competition. Additional Tracking Information
Therapy Dogs - These dogs visit various institutions or hospitals to
cheer up the confined patients or elderly. The dogs usually need to be
certified to become a Therapy Dog.
More detailed information can be obtained from the AKC. They have
pamphlets available free for the asking on most of the activities, or
contact your local All Breed Kennel Club.
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