Top handlers, tough sheep mix it up at Sheepdog Trials

MEEKER — Whistles, shouts, gasps of delight and dismay announce the 22nd annual Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials in Meeker Sept. 3-7 where 124 top dog/handler teams from Canada, South Africa and the U.S. compete for the $20,000 purse and other prizes.
Spectators and prior Meeker Classic and BCHA finalist teams return year after year. Look for 2004 winners Bev Lambert and Bill, 2005 winners Canadian Scott Glen and Pleat, 2005 finalist Faansie Basson and…