Location: Arcadia Ranch- Frost, TX 76641

Dates: April 24-26, 2026.

2026 Eligible Dates- Pups born between April 1, 2023- March 31, 2024
2025 Eligible Dates-Pups born between April 1, 2022- March 31, 2023

Course: 

There will be 3 runs on sheep/ goats and 3 runs on cattle over the weekend. Scores will be cumulative. 

Courses will be mostly ranch work – loading trailers, penning, outrun, pasture work, driving, etc. 

More details to come. 

Fees: 

2026 Ranch Dog FINALS full registration
-$350.00

2026 Ranch Dog FINALS single stock registration
-$250.00

2025 Ranch Dog Futurity late entry (Open)
-Full: $750.00
-4 Monthly installments: $187.50

2025 Ranch Dog Futurity late entry (Novice)
-Full: $500.00
-4 Monthly installments: $125.00

2026 Ranch Dog Futurity (Novice)
-Full: $250.00
-4 Monthly installments: $62.50

2026 Ranch Dog Futurity (Open)
-Full: $500.00
-4 Monthly installments: $150.00

Substitutions: Dogs may be substituted. You may enter a new dog with payment of a substitution fee of $250 as long as it qualifies.

• No restrictions on trialing before the Futurity Event. 
• Futurity Courses will be run for Points and Time.
• Training devices (mechanical and/or electrical) will not be permitted on trial grounds.·
• Bitches in season are permitted and will run in draw order.·
• Each owner/handler is responsible for their dog(s). Dogs must be confined or on lead at all times, except when competing. Dogs are not allowed to run loose on the trial site.
• No collars of any kind permitted on dogs when running. 
• If a dog is withdrawn for any reason, no refunds will be made. 
• Dogs may be substituted. You may enter a new dog with payment of a substitution fee of $100 as long as it qualifies.

• I do not currently or in the past offer(ed) stockdog training lessons.
• I have not put a WTCH or a HTCH on a dog.
• I have not completed advanced classes on any stock through AKC or level III classes in AHBA.
• I have not won any money competing with a stockdog.
• I have not competed in any level above novice in any other stockdog organization.
• I do not train outside dogs.

As long as you meet the requirements listed above as of the date of entry, you will not be required to move up to Open if anything changes during the current competition year.

• Championship Banquet & Awards Ceremony
• Judge travel and lodging
• Premium facility rentals

• Title sponsor of Championship Banquet
• Logo prominently featured on all event materials
• 10-minute speaking opportunity at banquet
• Premium booth space at event
• Featured sponsor spotlight in all marketing
• Year-round logo placement on website
• Podcast interview opportunity
• Social media campaign featuring your business
• First right of refusal for 2027 sponsorship

• Livestock rental and feed
• Competition panels and equipment
• Prize fund contributions (Cash Prizes for the Winners)

• Logo on event signage and programs
• Booth space at event
• Logo on awards and prizes
• Featured in event marketing materials
• Social media mentions throughout campaign
• Website logo placement
• Recognition at awards ceremony
• Newsletter features

• A buckle for Winners (Champion and Reserve Buckles, High sheep and High Cattle Buckles)
• Event operations and logistics
• Competitor amenities
• Educational materials

• Logo in event program
• Website listing
• Social media recognition
• Event signage inclusion
• Newsletter mention
• Recognition at awards ceremony

• A buckle for Winners (Champion and Reserve Buckles, High sheep and High Cattle Buckles)
• Daily operations
• Volunteer coordination
• Participant resources

• Listing in event program
• Website recognition
• Social media thank you
• Event day acknowledgment

• Exclusive title sponsorship of Saturday night banquet
• Your logo on all banquet materials
• Speaking opportunity during dinner
• Menu planning input
• Premium recognition

• Title sponsor of Sunday awards ceremony
• Logo on all awards and buckles
• Presentation opportunity
• Premium stage recognition

• Sponsor cattle rental for Ranch Dog Finals
• Recognition as "Official Livestock Provider"
• Signage at cattle areas
• Social media features

• Title sponsor of live stream coverage
• Logo overlay on all streaming content
• Mentioned in all streaming promotions
• Digital marketing package

• Support our contestants directly by boosting the prize pot!
• 100% of your donation goes to increase payouts.
• Choose to add to the Futurity or World Ranch Dog Finals.
• Every dollar makes a difference

• Contribute to the success of the event in any way you can
• No set amount, every donation matters
• Ideal for supporters who want to make a difference
• Recognition tailored to your level of support