AMERICA’S FASTEST DOG IS A RESCUE

Source: OneGreenPlanet (Extract)
Posted: December 30, 2020

America’s fastest dog is a rescue!

Phelan beat out 116 other dogs at the 2020 American Kennel Club Fast CAT Invitational in Orlando, Fla. Phelan, a mixed breed dog from Maryland, was declared the winner.

The Fast CAT (Fast Coursing Ability Tests) showcases each dog’s ability to run 100 yards. Each dog gets three tries, each one is timed and measured for top speed.

Phelan set a time of 6.346 seconds, hitting 32.3 mph, according to the AKC.

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