Lure Coursing
According to the American Sighthound Field Association, "Lure coursing is a performance event developed in the early 70's by Lyle Gillette and other California sighthound fanciers who hunted jackrabbits in the open field, which risked the harm caused by barbed wire fencing.
They invented lure coursing as a safer, more controlled sport for sighthounds that would recreate the physical requirements of open field coursing, allowing them to continue testing the functional abilities of their sighthounds. The hounds chase plastic bags on a course laid out to simulate escaping game."
Lure coursing can also be described as a fast-paced chase sport. Dogs run after a "bunny" lure (usually a white plastic bag) that is attached to a line. They run in an open field and run as fast or slow as they want.
There are a few all-breed lure coursing clubs around, but most lure coursing is only open to sighthounds. That's why NABSA is open to all dog breeds. Purebreds, mixed breeds, any size or shape - all are welcome here!
If your club wants to hold all-breed lure coursing for fun or for titles, contact us and we'll help you get started!
No matter what your needs are, we are available to support you and your new club.