After spending last Saturday morning checking out the powerboats for the 1,000 Poker Run we headed out to Grass Creek Park to check out the annual Kingston Sheepdog Trials.
Now, I have to be honest and say that I've never really understood the appeal of owning a dog. From what I remember of the brief moment we had a dog when I was little, dogs are a bit hyper and always need attention.
I'm pleased to say that Border Collies have improved my opinion of our furry four-legged friends.
I'm pleased to say that Border Collies have improved my opinion of our furry four-legged friends.
If you've never witnessed a sheepdog trial, I have to say it's quite something to behold.
There are four different elements the dog and master have to complete. First, the dog must run the length of the field and fetch his sheep. Then he must, drive them straight down the field through a center gate and into a marked ring. Second, he must drive his sheep through two other gates located to the left and right of the center gate and then back into the ring. Third, the dog and master must work together to "sheer" the sheep into two groups of two. Fourth, and final, the dog must move all of his sheep into a padlock area. Points are awarded based on how successfully the dog accomplishes each task.
It's really cool to watch. The dogs are so well trained and you find yourself cheering for them to do well.
There are four different elements the dog and master have to complete. First, the dog must run the length of the field and fetch his sheep. Then he must, drive them straight down the field through a center gate and into a marked ring. Second, he must drive his sheep through two other gates located to the left and right of the center gate and then back into the ring. Third, the dog and master must work together to "sheer" the sheep into two groups of two. Fourth, and final, the dog must move all of his sheep into a padlock area. Points are awarded based on how successfully the dog accomplishes each task.
It's really cool to watch. The dogs are so well trained and you find yourself cheering for them to do well.
There was also Celebrity pig racing...and really what more can you say about that.
They raced lots of pigs...
They raced lots of pigs...
They also raced ducks and geese...
And goats...
This poor guy walked his race - a good choice for him I think.
Isabel thought it was all pretty hilarious.
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