Who is the fastest dog in the country? You’re about to find out. AKC’s Fastest Dogs USA, is part of the AKC Salutes the Troops event series, in collaboration with ESPN. This multi-event celebration celebrated canine athletes and the Army’s 250th anniversary in Georgia at the end of April and early May. Dogs of all breeds participate year-long, around the country, in AKC Fast Coursing Ability Tests (Fast CAT) – the 100-yard dash for dogs, to qualify for this invitation-only event.
Fastest Dogs USA highlights a select group of the quickest canines competing in the sport of Fast CAT in this all-star, invitational show. The event will also showcase three of America’s beloved breeds racing against each other to see who is the fastest in each breed, including Belgian Malinois, Pembroke Welsh Corgis, and Dachshunds.
This year’s event was held in Georgia on May 1, where breeds of all sizes raced across the finish line. In the AKC Fastest Dogs USA competition, each dog will run twice to determine their best time.
How to Watch AKC Fastest Dogs USA 2025
You can watch the AKC Fastest Dogs USA on Saturday, June 14 at 1:30p.m. ET by tuning in to ESPN2 on your TV or signing in on any device.
Last Year’s Winner
“Revenant,” Whippet, took the title of 2024 Fastest Dogs USA Winner. Revenant (Jammin’ Fear Factor) is owned and handled by Rebecca Johnson of Arlington, Washington. His fastest time for the course was a whopping 5.712 seconds.
How Does Fast CAT Work?
Fast CAT is a timed straight race of 100 yards where one dog runs at a time chasing a lure. It’s fast, and exciting, and you will see hair flying in the wind. The time to complete is recorded and the 100-yard dash is converted into MPHs. A handicap system that is based on the height of the dog is applied to a dog’s MPH to determine the number of points earned.
If your dog loves running and chasing, they will likely love Fast CAT. To get started call or visit your a local AKC club and see if they offer one or both of the two types of tests: Lure Coursing or the Coursing Ability Test. From there, you can truly see how fast you dog runs for some serious bragging rights.
Tune in to Fastest Dogs USA, an AKC and ESPN production! Watch on ESPN2 on June 14 at 1:30 p.m. ET to see the country’s speediest canines gather for this invitation-only event. Dogs of all breeds participate year-long, around the country, in AKC Fast Coursing Ability Tests (Fast CAT) – the 100-yard dash for dogs.