Shannara Border Collies

04/03/2025

✨🐾 Exciting News! 🐾✨

Update: We are expecting a FALL litter. We are accepting inquiries only until the breeding is confirmed.

Plans are officially in motion for a summer litter! If all goes as hoped, we’ll welcome some special pups in the coming months.

I’m now taking inquiries from those interested. If you want to learn more about what I have planned, feel free to reach out! 💌

Stay tuned - more updates coming soon! 🐶🌞💛

11/02/2024

🎉🐾 THA Trial Entries Are OPEN! 🐾🎉
Get ready for a weekend of fun! Entries are officially open for the Texas Herding Association AKC Trial - don’t wait! 🕒 Time’s ticking, and entries close on Wednesday, November 27! This is our last trial of the year, so let’s make it one to remember! 🌟
Never trialed with AKC? Come out, say hello! 🐶💥 We’d love to see you December 7 & 8 in Bertram, TX - bring your friends and enjoy the vibe!
Check Out the Event Premium: https://www.texasherdingassc.org/
Don’t miss out - mark your calendars, send in those entries, and get ready for an amazing time with the THA crew! 🎊

The Texas Herding Association is dedicated to promoting and supporting herding activities in Texas. Join us for events, training, and resources for herding enthusiasts of all levels.

10/25/2024

Episode 4. This week we sit down with 4 time International Supreme & 2 time world trial champion Aled Owen. These 6 major titles make him the most successful...

10/17/2024

I could really use your help if you're local to the Austin area or Texas! A friend is looking to rehome two 3 1/2-year-old female Border Collies (siblings), two older livestock guardian dogs (Pyranees Anatolian cross, 8/9 years old approx. both spayed/neutered, one female and one male), and an older mare that deserves a wonderful retirement home. The Border Collies may not be suited for sheep work but could thrive in other sports or activities. The LGDs are currently guarding their flock, but may be better off in a peaceful retirement setting. They are both friendly with people. 😊 If you know anyone who might be interested, or if you can help spread the word, please comment or send me a private message. Thank you!

07/31/2024

If you were thinking about an Eye Clinic - boy do we have a deal for you!

You can also bring dogs that aren't entered at the show - perfect opportunity to get them tested and VERY AFFORDABLE - or bring your entered show dogs and we'll arrange an appt.

Contact Amanda Kozora for more information.

Here's the information you will need to register for September 20, 2024, in Belton, Texas. Email [email protected] for more information.

TREMENDOUS OPPORTUNITY TO GET YOUR DOGS HEALTH TESTED.

Southern Handlers Charity League George Armstrong Andrew DiGiorgio Tonia Holibaugh Cruz Pam Doster Whitley Amanda Kozora Gardner Patricia Witter DavidandJennifer Harper Terri Galle Sharon Beeson Boyd AKC Club Development

07/14/2024

Good morning, friends!
I have a friend looking to rehome a 3-year-old working-line female. I don't have much information yet, but if anyone is looking or knows of anyone looking for an addition to their pack, please feel free to contact me via messenger.

03/23/2024

SSDA is excited to announce our second educational webinar event.

Please join us on April 9, 2024 at 7:00 PM CST via ZOOM for an evening of discussion about breeding, lineage selection and genetic testing from a panel of renowned stock dog professionals:

🩺 Dr. Wendy Schmaltz, a practicing veterinarian with 30 years of clinical experience has been breeding working border collies for 29 years. The current president of the SSDA, Wendy draws on her extensive professional and personal experiences with an emphasis on producing dogs that work all stock.

🐑 Jared Epp has been breeding working border collies since 2009. An experienced contract shepherd by trade, Jared has placed a strong emphasis on producing consistent workers with a strong presence and ability to move stock calmly and efficiently.

🏆 Milton Scott is a decorated and highly accomplished handler both on and off the trial field. He has been breeding border collies since 1993, and choosing winning trial dogs based on lineage for even longer.

🤓 Our three experts will chime in with their own program structure and experience, their opinions on breeding and genetic testing as well as answer and debate participant questions. Feel free to submit your questions ahead of time to [email protected] or through Facebook messenger.

📚 Proceeds from this webinar will be going into the SSDA education fund, with the goal to bring members perks, tools and knowledge to expand their stock dog knowledge and understanding.

💰 Members: $1️⃣0️⃣, Non-members: $2️⃣5️⃣. Payments accepted via e-transfer to [email protected]. PayPal available - PLEASE Contact for details/before sending.

📝 To Register Please follow this Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwldu6gpjgqGtKD8D4bHoWOPtN_WGuP1Adb

03/08/2024

🕒 Only 13 Days Left! 🐑

Time is ticking! Don't miss out on entering our March trial! Entries will be closing in just 15 days. Don't let the sand run out! Enter now and secure your spot.

📅 Trial Date: March 30-31
📍 Location: Destiny Farm, Bertram, TX
🔗 For entry details and registration, visit https://texasherdingassc.org/events.html

Let's make this trial one for the books! See you there!

03/01/2024

Don't forget to register for this amazing webinar! BCSDA fundraiser! Share with your stockdog friends, please!

02/21/2024

📣The premium list for our April specialty shows has hit the street!

Please see the premium list at the link here:https://pdf.infodog.com/prm/893/prm893.pdf

We look forward to seeing you in April!

02/21/2024

Bertram, TX: ** Open For Entries **

The Texas Herding Association will be holding its “Spring Fling Sheep Spectacle” - AKC Trial and Tests on March 30, 31, 2024 at Destiny Farm in Bertram, TX.
There will be A& B Sheep, A& B Ducks and HT, PT Sheep. (Note: there are no instinct tests offered this weekend).
There will be a “Ken Theus Memorial Award” of a Logo chair for the Saturday combined high score from A Sheep, B Sheep, A Ducks, B Ducks. (Must enter all four classes to be eligible).

Saturday March 30, 2024
• Event 2024702401 - A Sheep, HT, PT (Judge: Felicia Whalen)
• Event 2024702402 - B Sheep (Judge: Felicia Whalen), HT, PT (Judge: Karen Trimble)
• Event 2024702409 - A Ducks, B Ducks (Judge: Felicia Whalen)

Sunday March 31, 2024
• Event 2024702403 - A Sheep (Judge: Felicia Whalen)
• Event 2024702410 - Sheep (Judge: Felicia Whalen)
• Event 2024702411 - A Ducks, B Ducks (Judge: Felicia Whalen)

The trial is open for entries and the premium is now available.
AKC Trial Premium:

https://texasherdingassc.org/THA%20AKC%20Herding%20Trial%20March%2030%202024%20final.pdf

01/31/2024

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