Ranch Dog Finals
The Working Aussie Source World Ranch Dog Finals is a premier event celebrating the exceptional skills and versatility of working Australian Shepherds. This annual competition brings together top handlers and their dogs from around the globe to showcase their abilities in real-world ranch scenarios. Participants will navigate challenging courses designed to test their dogs' herding instincts, obedience, and problem-solving skills. The event not only highlights the unique talents of these remarkable dogs but also fosters a sense of community among enthusiasts and professionals in the working dog world. Join us for an exciting display of teamwork, precision, and the enduring bond between handler and dog at the World Ranch Dog Finals.
Location: Arcadia Ranch- Frost, TX 76641
Dates: April 23-25, 2027
Eligibility:
Any Australian Shepherd registered with AKC or ASCA is eligible to compete in the 2027 World Ranch Dog finals event.
Fees:
2027 Ranch Dog FINALS single stock registration
Full: $250.00
4 Monthly installments: $62.50
2027 Ranch Dog FINALS full stock registration
Full: $350.00
4 Monthly installments: $112.50
Substitutions: Dogs may be substituted. You may enter a new dog with payment of a substitution fee of $250 as long as it qualifies.
Judging:
This event is a points and time event. The most efficient correct work will be rewarded. Teams will earn points for completing tasks based on the number of head of stock that complete the task.
Excessive inappropriate gripping will earn teams a no score for that run. Teams that grip out in one run are still eligible to compete in following runs.
We will have line judges and timers. The course director will have the final say in any judgement calls.
Livestock:
We will have lovely sheep for the event. These sheep will make you and your dog look like rock stars. They have been well controlled and well treated. They are honest and will most likely leave you wishing you had these sheep at every event you attend going forward.
The cattle will be lightly dog broke, meaning they will have seen a dog and been moved around a little bit by a dog. The cattle we get from my supplier are usually very easy to work and compliant. They usually range in size from weanlings to adults and allow you to get a real ranch dog feel to things.
Awards:
Special Awards:
ATTENTION Breeders, sponsor an award for your highest scoring pup entered!
Clubs and groups, sponsor events and special awards!
Handler Classes
This class will be open to handlers who have less experience training a dog.
Novice Handler must be able to attest the following:• I am not a stockdog clinician.
- 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.
This is class is for beginner competitors. If you are not a beginner, don’t sign up for this class.
For more information:
email: jt@workingaussiesource.com