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Calling All Young Dog Handlers: Share Your story with Us

In this new section of our working dog pages, we are focusing on emerging dog handlers who are heading up the industry. We will explore their successes, trials and tribulations in the journey as they become the next generation of skilled sheepdog handlers.

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Calling All Young Dog Handlers: Share Your story with Us

Are you a young sheepdog handler with a passion for working with dogs?

We want to hear from you!

Whether you are just starting your journey or you've been working alongside your four-legged partners for years, we want to share your valuable experiences and insights.

Our weekly Working Dogs pages in ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Guardian, supported by Gilbertson and Page, share upcoming trial dates, results and reports from major trials.

READ NOW: Young Dog Handler Focus - Iwan Rees: "I am a member of trial associations and have found its a great community to be part of"

In a new feature, we are focusing on emerging dog handlers, under the age of 35, who are heading up the industry.Ìý We will explore their successes, trials and tribulations in the journey as they become the next generation of skilled sheepdog handlers.

This is a great opportunity to inspire others in the community and showcase your skills, whether you're training for your first competition, managing a flock on the family farm, a contract shepherd or a more experienced handler.

READ NOW:ÌýIn your field: Dan Jones - "The loss of a sheepdog is heartbreaking. I recently lost my trusted collie, Blaze... We had built a trusted bond over countless hours of shared experiences"

Do not miss the chance to be part of a growing network of young dog handlers who are making a mark in the world of working dogs.

To get involved, please get in touch with Ellie Layton, tel: 07814 997 407 or [email protected].

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