Tag: Sheepdogs
Sheepdog Alice and handler Scott Glen take first at Classic
MEEKER I The most decorated border collie in North America added the final jewel to her crown by winning the 2021 Meeker Classic. Scott Glen and Alice from New Dayton, Alberta, Canada made an amazing run on Sunday, Sept. 12. The sheep were tough, and it took most of the[Read More…]
Meeker Classic will extend competition a full day in 2021
MEEKER | When September rolls around the Meeker Classic will be adding an additional day to their typical five-day sheepdog trial. “One might think of it as a post COVID trial with an extra day thrown in as a big thank you to all of our friends,” said board chair Regas[Read More…]
Fisher wins second Meeker Classic title
MEEKER | “From the looks of the crowds and the parking lot it was a good one for attendance,” said Meeker Classic director Maym Cunningham of the 32nd annual sheepdog trials. Derek Fisher of New Plymouth, Idaho, and his dog Nell, age 7, was the grand champion with a score[Read More…]
2018 Meeker Classic Schedule
Thursday 7 a.m. to close – Sheepdogs run all day 9 a.m. to close – Artisan, food and craft festival Educational displays and demos Art contest entries on display 5:30-7:30 p.m. Art Reception (Wilber Barn On-Site) Friday 7 a.m. to close – Sheepdogs run all day 7-9 a.m. – Pancake[Read More…]
Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials underway…
For the 31st year in a row, the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials got off to an early start Wednesday morning. The competition, activities, demonstrations and events will continue through Sunday. Visit bit.ly/2eCwjCI for a complete schedule of events.
Photos: Meeker Classic Championship Sheepdog Trials 2016
Sheepdog handler uses dogs to move wildlife out of Canadian town
MEEKER I Mist from dawn’s early rain lingers in Waterton, Alberta. This tiny town in the southwestern province of Canada awakes to whistles and “that’ll do” directed at six border collies on an early morning mission.