VISIT A SHEEPDOG TRIAL THIS SUMMER

Watch 150 dogs compete over three days at the International Sheep Dog Society’s annual National Trials. The dogs are judged as they follow a series of commands to complete a variety of tasks which reflect their everyday work with a flock of sheep.

The trials are of a practical nature and have changed little over the years. The shepherds of the past would easily recognise the requirements of today’s competitions.

“There is no good flock without a good shepherd and no good shepherd without a good dog”

More information at www.isds.org.uk or call 01234 352672.

Where To See The Trials

July 28-30 – Tyfos, Llandrillo, Corwen, Denbighshire LL21 0TA

August 5-7 – Castle Howard, York YO60 7DD

August 11-13 – Ballymullock Road, Larne BT40 2LR

August 18-20 - Awhirk Farm, Lochans, Stranraer, Wigtownshire DG9 9BP Supreme Championship – September 9-11 – Sandilands Farm, Tywyn, Gwynedd LL36 9AP