Lynn and Margie got into rough collies when two of their German Shepherds had to be put to rest – one was old and her body gave out at the age of 14 and the other had had a degenerative disease since she was 2 years old. She lived to the age of 8, so they had only thanks that she was with them that long. Since Lynn and Margie were raising sheep, they wanted a breed that would be non-prey inclined. Margie liked the long haired dogs, Lynn had had a collie as a child. Shepherd breeders told them to look into

Bailey at 1 Year

plain having fun with your dog in a public area! This type of competition appealed to Margie and with her first class, Bailey as well. Bailey has earned the reputation of being the dog who slipped her collar during a meet and wouldn’t come out of the ring! Time will tell how Bailey develops with her Rally-Obedience competitions!

Bailey – also known as Marlindale Spirit of Bailey, has been both a blessing – and challenge! When it comes to personality – she has it! Spirit? No problem! Presence? No problem. Bailey has energy and lots of it! Soon after moving to New Oxford, while Bailey was still under the age of 1, Margie heard of a new type of competition for dogs named Rally-Obedience. It was a cross between the strict regime of Obedience and just

Both dogs are certified Pet Partners with Delta Society and with KPETS (See our Links page for more information).