121: The All Ireland Junior Young Shepherd/Shepherdess Championship 8-11yr olds

Sheep ➤ Young Handler Sun 28th Jun 2026

Must present a lamb, any breed, any sex. ANIMALS WILL NOT BE JUDGED IF COMPETITOR NUMBER IS NOT DISPLAYED & DISPATCH CARD HANDED IN TO THE SECRETARY'S TENT. 

  • The Competition is open to girls and boys, age on the 1st September will determine the class each exhibitor enters.
  • Two exhibitors qualify from each qualifying show for the Final.
  • Animals can be of any sheep breed, male, or female (pedigree or non-pedigree)
  • An exhibitor can show an animal belonging to another flock owner.
  • Junior exhibitors will exhibit a 2026 born lamb (male or Female)
  • Exhibitors may be asked for proof of their age at the final.
  • No Entries will be accepted on the day of the Qualifying Show.

Final at Ossary Show Sunday, 26th July

No entries permitted on day of event.

Entry Fee:  
€10.00
Date:  
Sun, 28th Jun, 2026
Class is currently closed for entry