8hc'P/w@bW~E.T#`4JDh.`GE6 }q*7I== Due to Mary and Jack's love of the movie, Giant, we soon named our field "Reata". job of Race Secretary is more objective; the Whippets earn their average, and
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NOTRA REP: Terri Jones A century and a half ago in the north of England, a working mans idea of kicking back on the weekend was rag racing. be used. The first name drawn for each race will get box #1, the second name will get box #2 and so on down through all races in the first complete program. NOTRA rep- Trent Rees has no
Even back in their early racing days, Whippets have always appreciated creature comforts, something that an early expert cautioned about. (1998) Authorize the NRD to enter into Negotiations with other straight racing organizations for the purpose of combining those organizations. Race Secretary: Jen Price, The
2022 NOTRA Other Breed Race Meet Statistics. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". North American Whippet Racing Association - How is North American How do you know what breed is right for your family? NOTRA REP: George Allen, Taunton Vale Polo Club Sunday 30th April 2023, News and updates for the coming racing year. North American Whippet Appreciation - Facebook 6. NOTRA rep: Wayne Wagner races,
Whippet Rescue and Placement (WRAP) is the national breed rescue. meets
Congratulations to Penny Bolt, elected National Race Director (Whippets) and Ray Leuning elected Secretary Treasurer. American Whippet Club - Home NOTRA rep: Carolyn Perkins Northland Amateur Racing Club, SMWC - Show Me Whippet Club, Dorsey, IL Straight racing, conducted under the auspices of two national organizations the Continental Whippet Alliance and the Whippet Racing Association employs the same 200-yard straight-away course (sometimes 150 yards, in particular for puppies), with owners awaiting their fleet-footed Whippets at the finish line. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. It has sometimes been described as "the poor man's greyhound". Weight,
Decision must be based upon personal knowledge, information acquired from others may not be used. races they have attended, so that proper entries are made for the next
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Mid-Atlantic Whippet Racing Association supported racing events in association with the 2022 AWC National Specialty. AWC Events | American Whippet Club Whippets. Secretary
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Whippet
The waved towels have been replaced by a faux-fur lure that makes an irresistible squeaking noise as it bumps along the ground. may not
meet. Basenji Club of Southwestern Wisconsin, IWC Indiana Whippet Club, Brownsburg, IN Puppies should not be grouped by age, and when possible, an owner should not
Race Secretary: SWEPT - Silken Windhounds for Endurance, Performance & TrainingWashington In 1987 the Utah Sighthound Racing and Coursing Club (USRCC) was founded here. While the commercial appeal of the races eventually faded, the siren call of the breed certainly did not. By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. in a WRA
99 NAWRA Proposals - North American Whippet Racing Association EN English Deutsch Franais Espaol Portugus Italiano Romn Nederlands Latina Dansk Svenska Norsk Magyar Bahasa Indonesia Trke Suomi Latvian Lithuanian esk Unknown must have a point average and starting grade in the first program of any
Here you will find all of the information you need to know regarding asfa lure coursing. Our first oval meet was held in May 1990. Today, whippets run straight track (in the US through NAWRA, WRA or CWA), oval (NOTRA) or lure course (AKC, ASFA). These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. Entered), and are classed as grade D Whippets in that first race meet. below are some commonly visited sites related to whippets and whippet activities. endobj
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When it came to race day itself, the handlers waited at the start line for the boom of a pistol, the signal for releasing their dogs, though release is far too gentle a word: Holding the dogs collar in one hand, lifting him by the base of the tail with the other, the handler would literally toss his dog forward, intent on giving him even the tiniest edge of position or stride to cross the finish line first. Jack and Mary Lewis moved to Utah in 1986 with our two children, Gini and Jim, and our three whippets Krystal, Beth and young pup, Cody. NOTRA rep: Mike Hattery The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". In 1989 we held our first North American Whippet Racing Association (NAWRA)race meet. sequence from the highest race [for purposes of this paragraph, the highest
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selects its own trophies, ribbons, etc., and sets a precedent that these awards
for the first time in the Adult Division, are designated as 'FTE' (First Time
performance. NOTRA rep: Penny Bolt with the
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This site contains information regarding oval racing and the records of race meets and title information for those racers. race
Whippet
Whippets were first recognized by the English Kennel Club in 1891 and the American Kennel Club followed in 1888. owner,
Whippets that have run before will come into subsequent
Whippet Racing Association (WRA) is the national straight racing organization. Any
The other parent club for Whippet straight racing in the US and Canada. place finisher will move down to the semi-feature. 2023 Calendar of Events. have a point average and starting grade in the first program of any official WRA
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Race Secretary: CCRR- Circle City Rag Racers, Carthage, IN Nicknamed the snap-dog for the alacrity with which it grabbed prey, the Whippet reportedly derived its formal name from the English term wappet, which referred to a diminutive, yapping cur. How to Find a Whippet | American Whippet Club Whippets
NOTRA rep: Lisa Argos Later, when hunting laws were repealed, whippets also became popular in the sport of dog racing. qualification. average
NOTRA rep: Celeste Wilcox Please email cwawhippetracing@gmail.com if you have any questions about or corrections to the events listing or results. from
Dock Dogsis one of 2 main dock diving organizations. Whippets in the first adult program according to grade. Founded in 1884, the not-for-profit AKC is the recognized and trusted expert in breed, health, and training information for all dogs. Here you will find all of the information you need to know regarding Barn Hunt. may be
NAWRA stands for North American Whippet Racing Association Suggest new definition This definition appears somewhat frequently and is found in the following Acronym Finder categories: Organizations, NGOs, schools, universities, etc. Great Lakes Whippet Racing Club, GSLWC- Greater St. Louis Whippet Club, Columbia, IL 1964 Westminster winner Ch. the last
MAWRA currently offers at least four weekends of CWA racing a year, plus supports the entry the day Congratulations to Penny Bolt, elected National Race Director (Whippets) and Ray Leuning elected Secretary-Treasurer. Home Table of Contents Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 - Whippet Racing North American Whippet Racing Association listed as NAWRA. The first step in
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English Deutsch Franais Espaol Portugus Italiano Romn Nederlands Latina Dansk Svenska Norsk Magyar Bahasa Indonesia Trke Suomi Latvian Lithuanian esk Unknown Race Secretary: Bonnie Data. We are currently putting in place the 2023 schedule and updating the website to reflect the new officers and the contact information. We met folks with similar interests who joined us in these training activities. To continue the ability for local whippets to enjoy the challenge of competition in racing events, the Independent Whippet Racing Organization (IWRO)was created here in 2002 and the first IWRO meets were held in 2005. meets in
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Association (NOTRA) will retain that grade when FTE in a WRA race meet. acquired
Your file is uploaded and ready to be published. AKC offers FAst cats - atimed 100yd dash open to all akc recognized breeds. Events listed on this calendar represent dates submitted by CWA clubs as of 3/29/2023. either
upon the numerical point average as follows: By being precise, the
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In 1994 the Reata Whippet Racing Group (RWRG)was formed to focus solely on racing. NOTRA REP: Jen Price Often a well-trained, fast younger Whippet can easily outrun older Whippets who might be poorly trained or lack speed. However, in no way does a tie score change the total points earned in the race meet! personal
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Here you'll find information on showing, obedience training and competition, lure coursing and versatility of the Whippet breed. will
Here you will find all of the information you need to know about fast cat. The high point adult race should always have six (6) starters, except for the first heat
Race Secretary: Kathy Slater Here you will find all of the information you need to know regarding oval racing. BCWRC- British Columbia Whippet Racing Club, Mission, BC Canada therefore,
After the first complete program Whippets are regrouped by race points earned in the
Download this e-book for guidance on these questions and other important factors to consider when looking for a puppy. from the
Race Secretary: Linda Sanders, RMBC - Rocky Mountain Borzoi Club, at the Zoiboyz Ranch, Falcon, CO inactive 2018, NCWC- Northern California Whippet Club, Sonoma, CA. U9 b9"^4#%0w)bWB:w{$478(4E8v"\1@}Ipkv'V".r[ G!"r|`;And[9FQi#W5! But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. Brags on Show, Racing, Coursing wins are allowed. Race Meet. (NAWRA),
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NOTRA rep- Mike Slater alternating, according to point averages, between the races in each grade. Thank you, The Whippet ClubHenley on Thames, Oxfordshire,United Kingdom. NOTRA rep*:Laurel Behnke, Sighthound Club of British Columbia, Mission, BC Canada earn
The underlying goal and purpose to is to have fun with our hounds. Whenever possible, when two (2) or more Whippets
AKC offers CATs- coursing ability testing open to all akc recognized breeds. The American Whippet Club puts on a National Specialty, which moves around the country, and oversees six regional specialties, plus numerous AWC-supported entries, nationwide and throughout the year. 1) Any Whippet having a racing grade from the Continental Whippet Alliance (CWA), or the North American Whippet Racing Association (NAWRA), or the National Oval Track Racing Association (NOTRA), or the Canadian Amateur Racing Association (CARA) will retain that grade when FTE in a WRA race meet. It is North American Whippet Racing Association. is the
Check back frequently for news and updates about the AWC National and AWC regionals and supported entries that may be of interest to you. Quick Links | Mysite Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. Entered), and are classed as grade D Whippets in that first race meet,
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NOTRA rep: Jerry Burrus, NSR - North Star Racing , Ramsey, MN Graphic hunting pics are not enc See more Private scores
And a version of rag racing is still alive and well today minus, of course, the wagering, the dog tosses, and those eponymous rags. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. grading
We are pleased to announce that the Heart of England PWRC are able to host our Championships this year and we truly appreciate their support. TSWA- Tri-State Whippet Assoc, Louisville, KY Race Secretary: Sue Weilbacher, MWRA Mid-West Racing Association The letter grading of
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Thanks to the influence of meeting up with Dr. Dominique de Caprona and her amazing Sloughi runners at back to back oval meets in Colorado it was apparent that there was a need for a Sprint organization that would allow for competition for sighthounds other than whippet. Carolina Lure Coursing Club, SWAG- Southern Whippets and Gazehounds, Charlotte, NC races with a point average that will dictate the letter grade. This particularly hurt our ability to sustain whippet racing under the auspices of NAWRA & NOTRA as they require a minimum entry of 15 to earn RCh or ORC pointsas opposed to the minimum of 2 for other breed events under NOTRA & LGRA. based on
until the end of the meet. NOTRA rep - Bruce Irvine with the following exceptions: any Whippet having a
Whippet History: Behind the Small Racing Breed - American Kennel Club In 1993 the USRCC hosted the NAWRA Nationals and the Western Whippet Derby (NOTRA). Congratulations to Penny Bolt, elected National Race Director (Whippets) and Ray Leuning elected Secretary Treasurer. National
should be used to the very best advantage. Links & Marketplace - Northern California Whippet Fanciers Association a puppy and adult racer. winner of the semi-feature will move up to the high point race and the last
meet. trophies, money, ribbons, etc., must be returned by the owner.) Each Whippets points are taken from the
After the year 2000,the rapid increase in gas prices caused the decline of entries from out of state. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. disqualified
program, puppies are then rotated by points like the adult racing
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have the same numerical point average, they are arranged in ascending order
After much clearing of brush, trees, etc, we were first able to set up a sprint track for training and built some temporary starting boxes. graded in another race system. PDF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES - Whippet Racing NAWRA - North American Whippet Racing Association | AcronymFinder (3)
Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. and to promote friendship and understanding between Whippet owners and Whippet racing clubs. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. to the lowest and within any given race bythe order of
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NOTRA rep: Kathy Kelly The scoring listed below rotates the puppies on true speed and ability, not age. Officers: North American Whippet Racing Association 2010 Officers & Representative Members National Race Director Merril Woolf, merril@kentfieldwhippets.com Registrar/Recordkeeper Jen Jensen, fontas@comcast.net Secretary/Treasurer Sue Burt, susan@susanburt.com NAWRA Clubs & Representation: Northwest Region BCWRC Race Secretary: Gale Lyttle, galeforce@telus.net Rep Member: Catherine OBrien, curas@telus.net NWSGA (Affiliate Member/non-voting) Race Secretary: Bridget Cagney, fidelisgreyhounds@comcast.net ORCC Race Secretary: Diane Salts, diannesalts@comcast.net Rep Member: Laurel Behnke, jamminwhippets@comcast.net SORCA (Affiliate Member/non-voting) Race Secretary: Ann Chamberlain, mazoerr@netscape.com VIWA Race Secretary: Tony James, fasteddy@shaw.ca Rep Member: Francesca McCallum, tress@shaw.ca WWRC Race Secretary: Julie Ward, donniefandjuliew@aol.com Rep Member: Jeff Bradley, dreams@bctonline.com WWWA Race Secretary: Kerie Sweptson, kerie@sweptson.us Voting Member: TBD Rep Member: Laurel Behnke, jamminwhippets@comcast.net Southwest Region GWWA Race Secretary: Patrick Burlingame, vitessevitesse@yahoo.com Rep Member: Mary Cutherell, donmarkennels@verizon.net NCWC Race Secretary: Merril Woolf, merril@kentfieldwhippets.com Rep Member: Sue Oace, oace@nature.berkeley.edu NCWFA (Inactive/non-voting) Race Secretary: Jean Balint, VBalint@aol.com Page 2 of 4, RCRA North American Whippet Racing Association Officers & Representative Members Race Secretary: Kellee Livingston, kellee@thebalancedanimal.com Rep Member: Debbie Swank, pdswank@comcast.net RMSWC Race Secretary: Linda Sanders, Linda.Sanders@UCHSC.edu Rep Member: TBD RWRG Race Secretary: Jack Lewis, reatawhippets@worldnet.att.net Rep Member: Mary Lewis: reatawhippets@worldnet.att.net SCWA TVSA Race Secretary: Wayne Bartos, whippetracer@san.rr.com Rep Member: Michael Palmer, tmpalmer@socal.rr.com Race Secretary: Susan Burt, susan@susanburt.com Voting Member: Lisa Carmel, lisacarmel@att.net Rep Member: Dave Burt, windwarddb@tvwireless.net Texas and Midwest Region RTG (Affiliate Member/non-voting) Race Secretary: Don Papin, pappy@windyglen.net WASIT Race Secretary: Celeste Wilcox, ragracers@suddenlink.net Rep Member: Bill McMath, tuffenuf@brazosnet.com WGRA (Inactive/non-voting) Race Secretary: Don Papin, pappy@windyglen.net Eastern Region BWC (Inactive/non-voting) Race Secretary: Carolyn Perkins, perkicar@aol.com CCRR Race Secretary: Jerry Burrus, bluenote01@verizon.net Rep Member: Vada Cramer-Burrus, vadaj@lightbound.com GLWRC (Inactive/non-voting) Race Secretary: Karen Estis, shadowke2@comcast.net Page 3 of 4. This down grading must reflect the Whippets
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We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. ORCA on Facebook (closed group), GIT, Gazehounds In Texas be divided as evenly as possible between the races, with the higher race
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have more than one puppy in each race of the first program. Due to a change in circumstances we have had to move the venue for the rescheduled WCRA 3rd Championships. the racing grade from another organization will be used for gradingthe Whippet. We will continue to administer the Independent Whippet Racing Organization which is still vibrant in many parts of the USA. the race
5. North American Whippet Racing Association - How is North American Whippet Racing Association abbreviated? NOTRA rep*: Gale Lyttle Race Secretary: Lisa Argos, NARC Northland Amateur Racing Club, Bloomington, MN Whippets
Race sec'y OBs: Justin Dannenbring, Paris Organization of Sighthounds, Paris, TX Later, like greyhounds, whippets ran a mechanical lure. Whippet
Whippet Racing Association . considered. meet, with the following exceptions: Any WhAny Whippet that the Race Secretary has personal knowledge of, either from having seen it race as a puppy, or in training races, may be started, with the approval of the owner, at any grade other than grade A. Whippet
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Race Secretary: Julie Weir Here you'll find information on showing, obedience training and competition. GoqW#* uRR)"o/y5S.[ C* dPI\\#.u grade
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Here you'll find information about Whippets as a breed. In a long-ago race in Lancashire, a Whippet was reportedly pitted against a pigeon that had also been trained to fly straight. North American Whippet Racing Association - Overview, News - ZoomInfo If you allow him to have his way in these matters, he will soon cut his work, and make for home when he is wanted., While many Whippets have made a world-class sport out of sofa snoozing, the spirit of the snap-dog still lurks under that tautly muscled exterior. 4 0 obj
Northwest BCWRC - British Columbia Whippet Racing Club, Mission, BC Canada NOTRA rep*: Gale Lyttle Race Secretary: SWEPT - Silken Windhounds for Endurance, Performance & Training Washington NOTRA REP: Karen Sanders, Race Secretary: Karen Sanders, WWRC - Washington Whippet Racing Club NOTRA rep: Jeff Bradley Race Secretary: Mary Williams Races primarily other breeds. alternating, according to point averages, between the races in that grade. But it was among Englands hardscrabble miners and mill workers that the most complete template for what was dubbed the poor mans racehorse emerged. or the
YUMPU automatically turns print PDFs into web optimized ePapers that Google loves. qualification. Race Secretary - Joanne Stewart. Race Secretary: Penny Bolt Race sec'y OB: Pam Fredieu, RMSW - Rocky Mountain Sporting Whippets, Peyton, CO special series of puppy races. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". other by
are entered for the first time in the Adult Division, are designated as FTE,
By this time we were also able to clear more of the property to enable a 220 meter oval course that was approved by the National Oval Track Racing Association. 99 NAWRA Proposals - North American Whippet Racing Association. Track Racing Association (NOTRA) will retain that grade when FTE in a WRA race
NOTRA rep: Elise Cranshaw or in
The name of each puppy
NOTRA rep: Congratulations to our Annual Trophy Winners. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Whippets that
The scoring by points differs between adult and puppy racers. Western Washington Whippet Association, Lake Tapps, WA When this information is not readily available, the Race Secretary may use
Birtsmorton on 2nd October 2022 150 yards straights; veterans 130 yards at yd/lb plus yd/yr, Join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates fromthe WCRA. The Whippet is a British breed of medium-sized dog of sighthound type. Racing | American Whippet Club Racing
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Metropolitan Atlanta Whippet Association, CLCS - Carolina Lure Coursing Club The Whippet Club Racing Association (WCRA) Date and formats for 2023 10 January 2023 Superstars League 2022 - Final Placings 21 December 2022 WCRA Annual Trophies 2022 20 December 2022 3rd WCRA Championships and Superstars Veteran Sprint 2022 4 November 2022 WCRA Update on Rescheduled 3rd Championships on 30th October 2022 14 October 2022