He was also awarded the state’s highest pointscore yard dog handler for the second year in a row at the association’s annual general meeting in Dubbo last weekend. 

Kevin and his wife Kay have a very busy time coming up.

Their team of nine dogs will be competing in the Australian Yard Dog Championships at West Wyalong from Friday August 5 to 7.

Following the Australian Yard Dog Championships will be the National Kelpie Utility Championship held at Nyngan.

The National Kelpie Championship is a trial consisting of field work and yard work all in the one event which is a true test of a dogs all round ability.

Kevin will be defending his title, having placed first and second in the championships in Tasmania last year.

Kevin has won this event nine times and run second 10 times.

The Australian Yard Dog Championship & National Kelpie Utility Championship are held in a different state each year and within one week of each other which allows interstate travelers to compete in both competitions.

The NSW State Championships will be held at Boorowa on October 1 and 2.

Yard dog trials will be part of the Eugowra Show once again, on Saturday September  17 from 7.30am.

Anyone wanting an entry form contact Kevin on 68592311. 

There will be encouragement, novice and open events.