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Champion bloodlines go under the hammer as stud dog auction backs Sheep Dog World Trial
Some of the most sought-after sheepdog bloodlines in Britain and Ireland go up for auction this week, as leading handlers from all four competing home nations donate stud services to raise funds for next month’s World Trial. The online auction, hosted by Farmers Marts, goes live at 10am on Monday 17 August and runs for just 48 hours, closing at…
Scotland's sheep dogs thrill packed crowds ahead of next month’s World Trial
Duncan Robertson and his border collie Derwen Roy claimed victory at Saturday’s Team Scotland showcase trial at Dalscone Farm in Dumfries, ahead of the World Trial in September. The event saw packed grandstands and a global livestream audience watched Scotland’s World Trial squad in action.
Team Scotland's world-class sheep dogs come by Dumfries ahead of September's Sheep Dog World Trial
Dalscone Farm is to host a showcase trial featuring Scotland’s World Trial squad, and celebrate the launch of its new sheep dog demonstration facilities, on Saturday 8 August.
Top Dogs Come Home to the Scottish Borders
Four days of world-championship sheep dog trialling, a celebration of Borders craft and heritage, and some of farming’s best-loved faces - the full programme for September’s homecoming has been revealed at the Royal Highland Show.
