Meeker dog trials

When September rolls around the Meeker Classic will be adding an additional day [ Patrick Shannahan will judge the Meeker Classic. Originally set to serve as the Official Judge in that was cancelled due to the pandemic we are thrilled to announce [ Dennis had two [ Enter your email address to sign up for regular updates from the Meeker Classic.

We never share your information with anyone, and you can unsubscribe anytime. But then finally, like a stroke of magic, the crouching dog persuaded them in. These are the moments that keep these two retirees coming year after year, Larson from Grand Junction and Kochersperger from Magnolia, Texas. They make sure they get into their favorite seats, right in the upper corner of the bleachers, not long after 7 a. They stay until the last dog runs. The women carefully examine each move — and get emotionally invested in each dog.

Kochersperger even writes down how each dog does. Larson used to, but hers died years ago. Still, the women remain delighted sheepdog groupies. These dogs — all that took part in the nearly-weeklong trials — are celebrities here. People gush about them, talking up how smart and loyal they are, how they hardly even bark. Most, like Kip the border collie, just silently take in this whole scene.

And this is in a town of just a few thousand people. It all started in when Meeker was in need of an economic boost. That first year drew 76 dogs and a few thousand attendees. Halandras and his wife headed to the stands to watch a particularly famous handler. Wearing a pageboy cap and a tie, he guided sheep through a series of complex, prescribed moves.

The wooly, off-white bodies moved together like starlings, gliding in formation across the grass. There was only one move left for the man-dog pair: persuade the sheep wearing collars into a pen, without touching them, and close the gate. But the sheep kept bolting away at the last moment. Nestled in the beautiful White River Valley, the town of Meeker opens its doors and greets all with true hospitality and friendship. Find out more about how your privacy is protected.

Actions and Detail Panel. Sales Ended. Sales Have Ended Ticket sales have ended. Thank you so much for your purchase of tickets to the Meeker Classic! We look forward to having you join us in September! Event description. The Meeker Classic features 6 days of sheepdog trials, learning and sharing time together in Meeker, Colorado! About this event. The Top 12 Dogs from the Semis advance to the Final Competition on Sunday, September 12, Dogs will be running all day long for each of the 6 days.

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