In this photo (from 2008 but the same race site) you can see the ladder where the lure operator stands, it's about mid-track on the left side. andagree When you have selected the field trial you want to attend to let your Greyhound watch, try to commit the day so that you can see roll call, inspection, and the preliminary and final runs. I hope this helps! We walk, hike, and run our dogs regularly so they are in good condition but yes injuries can happen. Please call 352-575-1069.or use Yep, I raise my hand and confess I am the wimp with the heat. There is most assuredly a right way and a wrong way to get started in lure coursing with a Greyhound. How much runningto the point of reaching that fully extended double suspension gallopdoes he do each week? We are now offering private lure coursing at the ranch during the morning or evening hours when it is Take frequent breaks to let the dogs breathing slow down, and so that the dog wont get bored with the chase play. Coursing is using dogs that hunt by sight to chase and catch game. HWoFnS oEm. ~XQ+qcrV,)QCTQy3~~~)+ +anVFQWosu^,"b}{s(?c8py}elk|7ZIf5WHvztwHvI$oO Fq2l(f^U+*^ (1G^1[J6J. withof By scheduling this appointment you hereby acknowledge These are athletic dogs. For example just cause a dog tore a muscle while racing doesn't mean they couldn't course. is a string with plastic bags attached. When its time for your Greyhounds first run, ask this lure coursing veteran to get you set up with a sliplead (lure coursing clubs usually have loaner slipleads and lure coursing blankets), and to show you how to use it. Always tell the lure operator that you are practicing a new Greyhound, and ask him to keep the lure well ahead of the dog. One thing you may want to try to start with is LGRA (if you are worried about the chance of injury, or if your hound has particularly poor recall), it is lure coursing, except its a straight line drag. If your own residence doesnt have suitable running space, take your Greyhound to a fenced athletic field, a park, or a friends yard and throw a ball or Frisbee (or whatever else hell chase), starting with ten to fifteen minute sessions and building up to twenty-five to thirty minute sessions. Obligatory pic of my girl Echo. (Dont leave a Greyhound unattended and uncrated in a vehicle even at a cool weather field trialthe damage a lure-excited Greyhound can inflict on the interior of a car is a wonder to behold!) 0000007091 00000 n Your link has been automatically embedded. However, it would be a wise precaution in such a case to put a racing muzzle on him before he runs with another dog, just to make sure that no nipping takes place. If you have a crate and can get it in your vehicle, bring itits a great place for your Greyhound to rest and relax out of sight of the lure, and that will be a nice break for you as well. If you are unable to find out anything about your dogs history, a trip to the vet for a thorough physical examination is a good idea. First, a word about injury potential is in order. (Its also a good idea to wet him down before the run.) Our course is just not big enough to accommodate their speed safely.). To avoid the risk of soreness or infection, dont trim nails within three or four days of a lure coursing run. Discuss your lure coursing plans with the vet, and ask him to determine whether your Greyhound has any musculoskeletal, cardiac, or pulmonary problems that make full-speed running inadvisable. Because it's fun. __________________________________________________________________________. 0000003694 00000 n Email us if you would like to set up an appointment. But, it's a fun day for the hounds and I've met so many wonderful people, learned tons and had lots of fun. To put the injury risk in perspective, a Greyhound free running in your back yard also runs the risk of injury, and if your yard has trees, rocks, holes, stumps, etc., the injury potential there may be greater than on the more controlled environment of a flat or gently rolling pasture that has been converted to a lure coursing field. He lives with his wife Laura and their 10 Greyhounds, 2 Whippets and 5 horses on their farm near Newnan, Georgia. Meaning if they had any track injuries learn about those and educate yourself about them. Also ask the NGA folks to give you the name, address and telephone number of your dogs registered (former) owner. I want to say they were all at different tracks. Dont let this happen to you and your Greyhound! The wrong way: with no preparation, take your soft couch potato out and throw him into competition his first time out. That is what having a sighthound is all about if you are dedicated to advancing the breed. Sometimes it's just a matter of the right motivation. Thanks for all the info! To get an ILP number, call the AKC at 919-233-9767 and ask them to send you an ILP application. Maintaining proper running weight will help make your Greyhound healthier and longer-lived, whether you go lure coursing or not. 0000035503 00000 n Of course, we've had injuries at play group and in our own back yard.sometimes it's just the nature of owning an athletic breed who can do things their bodies can't quite handle. These pages are the property of the Greyhound Club of America A course is laid out in a very large open field free of dangerous obstacles and is either fenced or well away from roads and distractions. '@RnHzgL_t>Uk3V&%,^@3.2e7x 2022 Greyhound Club of American (GCA) YES!! http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj93/Chillyhorse/siggies/maddie.jpg"]http://i270. May 5, 2002-September 12, 2014 and Mille (Mac's Bayou Baby)CGC, TDI certified. You can post now and register later. 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The dog tries to take a turn at too high a speed, gets hurt, and the now surprised adopter is upset. Does DD know either Ducker or Pooh? The lure is stopped way before the cone but some dogs have a long run out and reach the line. No walk ups will be allowed. t: A system of pulleys is placed in such a way as to afford a variety of straight runs and tricky turns as the lure is dragged by an electric motor. I agree that no matter what the situation, a dog can always get hurt, just like I could get hurt falling out of bed just as much as doing a 6 mile ruck march (I do thosethe army is crazy!) If the answer is less than two or three times per week, some additional conditioning is advisable. Letting your Greyhound try lure coursing is analogous to letting your child participate in youth sports. 0000035710 00000 n With your Greyhound at or near his ideal weight and his nails trimmed, youre ready to assess the state of his conditioning. If you think you might be interested in taking your Greyhound lure coursing, start by doing a little background research on him. Lure coursing is a game of chase similar to what greyhounds on the race track do when they chase the mechanical rabbit around the track, only in this case it KennelMom, what did you put around Echo's ankles? http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj93/Chillyhorse/siggies/maddie.jpg"]http://i270. 1) know your dogs history. Running an overweight Greyhound (either at lure coursing or at play) puts undue strain on joints and muscles, and can cause injuries. We knew her well enough to know when she had enough and it was time to call it a day. Duck and DD ran at SL at the same times so they do know each other. Maybe we will looking into it this Spring and Summer. 0000007350 00000 n By scheduling this appointment you hereby acknowledge The line returns to the lure machine which is also behind the poles and tape. Know that ahead of time and ask yourself, are you willing to handle and take that risk with your hound. (There are plenty of people like that at field trialsits one of lure coursings finest traditions.). You really will have the edge with a RENEGADE canine lure system. The wrapping should be done shortly before the run, and cut off shortly after. Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel, Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee. If we see even a brief limp that's it for the day. Membership: Join or RenewCurrent AdoptablesFinding a Lost GreyhoundResources and ShoppingSEGA ShopRemembering the Greyhounds We've Lost, American Sighthound Field Associations (ASFA) Web site. . If you are worried about line burns LGRA might be a better choice because the lure and the string stay up ahead of the dogs and the dogs don't travel along the line when running. Next to this ladder is where the lure machine is and where the line starts. If your Greyhound doesnt get certified the first time, dont give up. The first time i took Maddie to lure coursing, I had to hold her very tight when the lure went off. Hb```f``g`e``3dd@ A+G;1aV5 !. 0000001724 00000 n Tally ho! There are several people here on GT who do lure coursing. She's a fiend. Did your dog sustain any racing or other injuries during its career? We would love to get our hounds into some coursing, but yeah it's about a 2 hour drive or so for us since most events around here seem to be south of Seattle. Lure coursing is a field sport which simulates the ancient sighthound sport of coursing the chase of the hare by the pursuing hound. If you need to cancel please do so 48 hours in advance of the date for a refund or reschedule. I've only seen one retired racer who wouldn't lure course. Greyhounds need little if any encouragement to substitute their natural hunting/coursing instinct of game to an enthusiastic pursuit of the the artificial lure. Our lure coursing machines are used in backyards, paddocks, on grass and sand tracks, for AKC Fast CAT and CAT, Fast DOG and other coursing competitions and canine training. Standing out in a hot sun is not something I look forward to. Upcoming GCA Specialties & Supported entries. Lure coursing is a game of chase similar to what greyhounds on the race track do when they chase the mechanical rabbit around the track, only in this case it is a string with plastic bags attached. The right way: do your homework, get your Greyhound fit, and take it slowly.
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