The Shaunavon Stock Dog Club is hosting the second annual Shaunavon Sheepdog Classic beginning today.

 

The competition kicks off this afternoon at 5:00pm with the novice event, followed by two full days of activities to showcase pro, novice and trialing dogs.

 

Trial Organizer Jamie Vanrhyn explains how the trials work:

 

 

Some of the top dogs and handlers from across North America are expected at the event, and they will be competing for points toward Nationals in Colorado.

 

The event is being held at Rock Creek Farm just north of Shaunavon.