Q: Context: Dilworth pitched the series to Hanna-Barbera's animated shorts showcase What a Cartoon!, and a pilot (titled "The Chicken from Outer Space") aired on Cartoon Network in early 1996. The segment was nominated for an Academy Award, but lost to Wallace and Gromit's A Close Shave. Cartoon Network greenlit a series from the short, which premiered on November 12, 1999 and ended on November 22, 2002, with four seasons of 13 episodes each produced. During its run, the series was nominated for 3 Golden Reel Awards and 1 Annie Award. The series received critical acclaim from critics and audiences and has developed a strong cult following. Spin-off media include home video releases and collectible toys.

Question: when did courage the cowardly dog stop airing? Let's give stream of consciousness first:
The relevant information to answer the above question is: Cartoon Network greenlit a series from the short, which premiered on November 12, 1999 and ended on November 22, 2002, with four seasons of 13 episodes each produced. Therefore, the final answer is November 22 , 2002.