Hi SwiftPaws Family,
Our team is officially back from Kalamazoo, Michigan, and we are still riding the high from an absolutely incredible weekend at the UKC Premier Nationals!
First and foremost, we want to say a massive THANK YOU to everyone who came out, cheered, and ran their dogs with us. There is nothing quite like the energy of the UKC community, and we are feeling incredibly grateful for the endless support and the pure joy we got to experience with you all in Michigan.
For those who couldn't make it to Michigan (or if you're new to the event scene), SwiftPaws had the absolute honor of hosting the official Precision Coursing tracks at Premier again this year.
We've been partnering with the UKC to run Precision Coursing since its very inception! Back during the sport's testing phase, we ran the first-ever demonstration events right here at UKC Premier to help get it off the ground. Since it officially became a real, title-earning UKC sport back in 2020, we've had the privilege of watching thousands of dogs discover the pure thrill of the track.
Even if you use our equipment at home for everyday backyard fun, you might wonder what the formal sport is all about.
The core purpose of Precision Coursing is simple: to tap into a dog's natural prey drive and chasing instincts. The sport gives pups a structured, safe environment to navigate fun track layouts that include changes of direction. Ultimately, it is a blast to watch because it highlights a dog's natural speed, agility, and clever problem-solving as they figure out the course!
The Main Ways to Play
When you visit an official event, you'll usually see dogs participating in a few different styles of games:
Made for EVERY Dog ❤️
One of our absolute favorite things about this sport is how deeply inclusive it is. All breeds are welcome - including mixed-breed dogs! Even canine amputees or deaf dogs are fully eligible to compete, as long as they can navigate the course safely.
Don't have a registered competition dog or have a youngster who is brand new to the game? Clubs often offer Fun Runs (official practice runs where you can guide your dog on-leash) and Puppy Dashes (tailored just for puppies from 6 months to a year old to safely build up their confidence and excitement).
Pack Helping Pack 🤝
That rule perfectly captures the heart of this community. That exact supportive, family-friendly, welcoming vibe is exactly what we felt in droves all weekend long in Kalamazoo. No judgment, no stress - just a bunch of dog lovers cheering for each other at the top of their lungs!
Watch the Action!
Want to see the mechanics of a live event run, check out how the course looks, and watch a system handle full speed?
Whether your pup took home a brand-new official title this weekend or just tried an organized course for the very first time, thank you for letting us be part of your journey. We are incredibly proud to build the heavy-duty equipment that keeps your dogs swift, safe, and happy year after year.
The SwiftPaws Team <3
This post was published