The Irish National Sheepdogs Trials have been confirmed for Donegal this summer.
The Donegal National Committee formally launched the event this week which will take place at Clonmany showgrounds from 22nd to 24th August. The competition is being held in Donegal thanks to the kind permission of Sean and Mary Doherty.
“It is both an honour and a privilege that we can bring the Irish National Sheepdog Trials back to Donegal,” a committee spokesperson said.
The last national event was held in Clonmany in 1979. This three day event will see the top Irish 150 dogs and their handlers fight to qualify for the Irish team for the international trials in September.
“This event is a real boost to the Donegal economy as it will attract competitors, their families, the wider sheepdog community and farming community from all over Ireland. It will also attract local, national and overseas spectators. The International Sheepdog Society Live-streaming will showcase the event to a global audience.”
The main sponsor of the event will be SSE Renewables, along with local sponsorship, donations and the vital support of Donegal County Council.
“We have been overwhelmed by the support of Donegal County Councillors who have come onboard with vital DFI funding which has been instrumental in enabling the running of the three day national event.”
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