Lets build tomorrows leaders today
Our Vision
The NSDA was founded with a clear purpose: to connect the working dog community and ensure its longevity by investing heavily in our youth. We aren't just sharing skills; we are building a legacy.
We are particularly excited to introduce the 'Herding the Future Scholarship.' Every three years, the NSDA will select one exceptional young applicant to travel to the United States for an immersive training experience. This is more than a scholarship—it’s a gateway to international expertise.
If you believe in the power of mentorship, this is your opportunity to invest in what comes next.
Let’s back our youth!
Our Sponsers
Mountain States Stock Dog Association
Another USA sponsor! One lucky applicant will be spending time at the MSSA finals watching the best in sheep and cattle dog trials.
We will be stepping out in a beautiful part of the world Afton, WY.
Mill Iron S Ranch
Ranch time, thanks to Steve Wight and family as they come on board to partner with us for our ranch experience for part of the scholarship program
Slash J Stock Dogs
Another incredible USA sponsor has stepped up to help!
If you want to be the best, you have to learn from the best. I am excited to be joining Joni with one lucky person to work dogs
Stock Dogs Unleashed Podcast
One of our USA sponsors getting behind us - Thank you to Chance and Travis.
QLD Working Cattle Dog Association Inc.
Our first Australian sponsor to come on board. Thank you to the Queensland Working Cattle dog Trial Assoc. for your support and helping to build our industry.
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Gavin Carr President of National Stockdog Association (NSDA)