How to Earn Coursing Ability Titles: CA to CAX2
The Coursing Ability Test (CAT) is a pass-or-fail run after a lure, open to every breed. Each pass counts toward the next title, and the count never resets.
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What the CAX takes
- CA: 3 passes
- CAA: 10 passes
- CAX: 25 passes in all
- CAX2: 50 passes in all, then a new number every 25 more
Step by step
- Enter a Coursing Ability Test; the dog runs the course alone after the lure.
- Finish with enthusiasm and without stopping to pass.
- Every pass counts toward CA, CAA and CAX at once.
- Keep counting for CAX2, CAX3 and on.
The titles around it
CA - Coursing Ability
Needs 3 qualifying scores.
CAA - Coursing Ability Advanced
Needs 10 qualifying scores.
CAX - Coursing Ability Excellent (this page)
Needs 25 qualifying scores.
CAX2 - Coursing Ability Excellent 2
Needs 50 passes in all (CAX3 at 75, then every 25 more).
Requirements from the current AKC regulations. AKC records a title once it processes the results; check your dog's AKC record. Every AKC title, A to Z.
Common questions
Do the CA and CAA passes count toward the CAX?
Yes. The CAX is 25 passes in all, counting the ones that earned the CA and CAA. CAX2 is 50 in all.
Can any breed run the Coursing Ability Test?
Yes, any dog registered or listed with AKC, at least 12 months old.
What is the difference between CAT and Fast CAT?
CAT is a pass or fail run on a lure course with turns. Fast CAT is a straight timed 100-yard dash that earns points.