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Fast CAT Speed & Points Calculator

Time for 100-Yard Dash (Seconds):

Dog's Height at Withers (Handicap): Under 12 inches (2.0x Multiplier) 12 to 18 inches (1.5x Multiplier) Over 18 inches (1.0x Multiplier)

Calculated Speed

0.00 MPH

Fast CAT Points

0.00 Points

function calculateFastCat() { var timeInput = document.getElementById('runTime').value; var handicap = parseFloat(document.getElementById('dogHeight').value); var resultDiv = document.getElementById('fastCatResult'); var mphOutput = document.getElementById('mphOutput'); var pointsOutput = document.getElementById('pointsOutput'); var time = parseFloat(timeInput); if (isNaN(time) || time <= 0) { alert("Please enter a valid time greater than 0."); resultDiv.style.display = 'none'; return; } // Formula for MPH in Fast CAT (100 yards = 300 feet) // Speed = Distance / Time // (300 ft / Time) * (3600 seconds per hour / 5280 feet per mile) // Simplified constant: 204.545 var mph = 204.545 / time; var points = mph * handicap; mphOutput.innerText = mph.toFixed(2) + " MPH"; pointsOutput.innerText = points.toFixed(2) + " Points"; resultDiv.style.display = 'block'; }

Understanding Fast CAT Calculations

Fast CAT (Course Ability Test) is a timed 100-yard dash where dogs run individually in a straight line. It is one of the fastest-growing dog sports because it taps into the natural prey drive of canines. To accurately measure a dog's performance, the AKC (American Kennel Club) uses a specific formula to convert time into miles per hour (MPH) and then applies a handicap based on the dog's size to award points.

The Math Behind the Speed

To calculate the MPH of a dog running a 100-yard course, we use the following physical conversion:

Distance: 100 yards (300 feet)
Constant: 204.545 (This is derived from 300ft / 5280ft * 3600 seconds)
Formula: 204.545 ÷ Time (seconds) = MPH

Point Handicaps and Height Classes

In Fast CAT, points are awarded based on the dog's speed multiplied by a handicap determined by their height at the withers (the highest point of the dog's shoulder blades). This ensures that smaller dogs can compete fairly against larger breeds with longer strides.

Dog Height	Handicap Multiplier
Under 12 inches	2.0x
12 to 18 inches	1.5x
Over 18 inches	1.0x

Fast CAT Example Calculation

Let's say you have a Beagle that stands 14 inches tall. During the 100-yard dash, the Beagle finishes in 10.5 seconds.

Calculate MPH: 204.545 ÷ 10.5 = 19.48 MPH
Identify Handicap: A 14-inch dog falls into the 1.5x multiplier category.
Calculate Points: 19.48 × 1.5 = 29.22 Points

Accumulating these points leads to titles such as BCAT (150 points), DCAT (500 points), and FCAT (1,000 points).

Tips for a Faster Run

Warm-up: Ensure your dog's muscles are ready for a sprint to prevent injury.
The Release: A clean, focused release at the start line can shave tenths of a second off the time.
Motivation: Use a "catcher" at the finish line that the dog is excited to run toward, such as a favorite toy or family member.