Upcoming Events
AHBA Herding Trial
Date: May 2-3, 2026
Location: Oaks Ranch in Cherry Valley, California
We are pleased to announce the Working Beauceron Association’s first American Herding Breed Association (AHBA) all breed Herding Trial. The Trial will be held on May 2 and 3rd, 2026 at The Oaks Ranch in Cherry Valley, California.
This is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate your dogs skills, gain herding trial experience, and receive feedback from two wonderful judges, Peggy Richter and Steven Kilgore. All breeds are encouraged to enter, but we will also have a special award for High in Trial Beauceron and Reserve High in Trial Beauceron.
AHBA promotes and provides opportunities for all breeds of herding dogs to demonstrate their skill in livestock management.
You can find our event premium and entry forms here: https://www.ahba-herding.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-05-May-2-3-Cherry-Valley-CA-Flyer.pdf
WBA will be offering Junior Herding Dog (JHD) Testing on sheep. To learn more about JHD Testing: https://www.ahba-herding.org/junior-herding-dog/
Teams who qualify both days will receive their JHD Title.
We will also be offering a Herding Trial Dog, Arena Trial (HTAD) on sheep at all levels on Course #2. To learn more about HTAD Course #2: https://www.ahba-herding.org/htad-courses/
Teams who qualify both days will receive their HTAD Title at the level they enter in.
Please note: A dog may enter at any level for which it is trained. No title is a prerequisite for another. For each title, two qualifying scores are required, each score earned under a different judge during separate runs. For more requirements and rules with AHBA:https://www.ahba-herding.org/general-rules/
WBA Journee 2026
Journée du Beauceron 2026
Tuesday & Wednesday, June 9–10, 2026 The Oaks Ranch • Cherry Valley, California
A special two-day celebration of the Beauceron in the French tradition, featuring:
Morphology evaluation by renowned French judge Bernard Pouvesle
Temperament (character) testing by Frédéric Aubry
This is the perfect opportunity to have your Beauceron evaluated and receive detailed written critiques.
Open to all Beaucerons. Puppies and veterans welcome!
Registration opens January 2026. Full details and entry form: workingbeauceron.com/beauceron-festival
Save the dates and join us for this rare West Coast visit by two legendary French judges!
IGP Nationals
We are thrilled to welcome you to the very first IGP Nationals, proudly hosted by the Working Beauceron Association in collaboration with the United States American Bulldog club.
This landmark event celebrates the dedication, skill, and athleticism of working dogs and their handlers across the country. It marks a significant milestone for our communities, bringing together two passionate organizations with a shared commitment to excellence in IGP sport and the working dog tradition.
Whether you’re a competitor, spectator, or supporter, thank you for being part of this historic occasion. We look forward to an exciting and inspiring event filled with camaraderie, sportsmanship, and outstanding canine performance.
Obedience & Engagement
Meet Kathy Klein – Accomplished AKC High-Level Obedience Competitor and Experienced Dog Trainer
Join us for an exciting and informative session with Kathy Klein, a respected trainer and high-level obedience competitor in American Kennel Club (AKC) events. With years of experience and a deep understanding of canine behavior and training.