Jordan Markowski said he’s one of only a few urban\u002Draised stock dog handlers competing at the Calgary Stampede this year.
But his search around 2017 for a new canoeing companion led him to his dog, Hendrix, whose natural herding instincts fatefully corralled his Ontario urbanite owner into taking up an unlikely new activity — stock dog training and competition.
Stock dog competition is “the furthest thing you would ever expect” someone with that lifestyle to embrace, said Markowski, who with Hendrix — named after legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix — had just finished competing in the second round of the 2023 World Stock Dog Championships, with hopes of landing a spot in the finals. The competition sees dogs herd three sheep across a challenging course and into a pen within a four-minute timeframe.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Stampede brief: Five days in, a look back and forward at the 2023 Calgary StampedeThe second half of Stampede features a variety of events and attractions to stay busy for the remainder of the 10\u002Dday event.
Read more »
Stampede brief: Five days in, a look back and forward at the 2023 Calgary StampedeThe second half of Stampede features a variety of events and attractions to stay busy for the remainder of the 10\u002Dday event.
Read more »
Business leaders optimistic about Calgary Stampede’s economic impact - Calgary | Globalnews.caAmid the rodeo, the midway and other western parties happening across the city this week, local business leaders are touting the unique opportunity the Calgary Stampede provides to attract new investment. YYC
Read more »
Calgary Stampede has become more accessible, but individual planning still requiredThough considerable work has gone into improving accessibility at the Calgary Stampede for those with mobility issues, one visitor warns some planning is required.
Read more »
Issues reported while redeeming Circle K Calgary Stampede passesSome visitors were turned away from the Calgary Stampede when they tried to use promotional passes bought at Circle K convenience stores.
Read more »