Welcome to NABSA

Riley, a lab mix, takes the big leap at
a lure coursing event!

Is your dog athletic? Wouldn't your dog be just great at Earthdog or Lure Coursing but he or she isn't one of the AKC- or ASFA-recognized breeds for that event? We think every dog should be able to participate in every event, and now they can.

Mini-dachschunds lure coursing??
Schatzie goes the distance!

Can't find a group in your area? Find one Here or Start Your Own. NABSA is still
growing so there might not be a group near you yet


NABSA's Core Values:
  • We love dogs
  • We are committed to advancing canine sports for all dogs
  • We educate for the health and well-being of all dogs
  • We cherish dogs as companions
  • We are committed to the interests of dog owners
  • We uphold high standards for the administration and operation of the NABSA
  • We recognize the critical importance of our clubs and volunteers

NABSA maintains and promotes the sports of lure coursing, earthdog and strongdog for all breeds by means of a number of activities.

  • Rules for the conduct of the trials, judge licensing, etc.
  • Records keeping for championship
  • Awards and Certificates
  • Information about the sports, including videos

Whoever heard of mixed-breeds getting titles? Every dog can be a champion in something, so NABSA is here to provide events that your dogs can title in.

Interested? Check out the following information about the sports of Lure Coursing, Earthdog and Strongdog. You can find out about Events, Clubs, and NABSA resources on this site.

A red Porsche flying on the course!

NABSA 's Objective:

• Advance the participation of all dogs in sporting events.

NABSA Mission Statement


The National All-Breed Sporting Association is an organization dedicated to promoting all breeds of dogs, including mixtures, and their inclusion in sporting events. Founded in 2007, the NABSA® and its affiliated organizations promote sporting events such as lure coursing, earthdog trials, strongdog and others, and encourage the participation of all dogs without exclusion, educate canine parents in the health and well-being of dogs, support work to protect the rights of all dog owners and promote responsible dog ownership.