Upcoming Events
AHBA Herding Trial
The Working Beauceron Association is thrilled to announce that we will be hosting a two-day AHBA arena herding trial the first weekend of May 2026 at the beautiful Oaks Ranch in Cherry Valley, California!
Trial offerings:
HTAD (Herding Trial Arena Dog) on sheep – all levels (I, II, III)
JHD (Junior Herding Dog) – perfect opportunity for new handlers to earn their first herding title
Mark your calendars now and keep an eye out — our official trial premium with entry details, judges, schedules, and run orders will be released in the next couple of months.
Expect ribbons and awards, a professional photographer capturing all the action, plenty of fun, and one of the most stunning herding venues around.
Whether you’re competing, spectating, or just coming to cheer on the Beaucerons, we can’t wait to see you there!
Date: May 2-3, 2026
Location: Oaks Ranch in Cherry Valley, California
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.