International sheepdog society

A field side report from the International Supreme Sheepdog trial where Welsh trialists triumphed on home turf

For the second time in three years, Chris Toner and his dog Niro Mace lifted the trophy at the Scottish National over the weekend

In this series, we focus on emerging working 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

Young trialist, Sion Morgan was crowned champion at this year's English National Sheepdog Trial, while in the brace, James Gilman with Bosley Jim and Hollie came up trumps.

Stiff competition was seen across the Welsh National trial held in North Wales, with both trophies going to Brecon

A progressive attitude has seen one farmer and renowned sheepdog handler from Northumberland achieve success both on-farm and on the course

Ahead of this year's Royal Welsh Show, we find out more about experienced handler Chris Toner, 37, who claimed top spot at last year’s show trial.

At this year's Four Nations Nursery, Wales triumphed, topping both the singles and team leaderboards

Budding triallists gathered in Lanarkshire for this year's International Sheep Dog trial, where Welsh triallists dominated the score board