"The Shemozzle course is fast paced... so the dogs need plenty of energy to have a chance of winning," said Emma Prideaux, Eukanuba Brand Manager.
The huntaway is unique to New Zeland and was bred to handle our high country.
Shepards selected dogs such as border collies, black labs and hounds to create a breed with a big, deep chested, noisy bark and stamina to move large herds of sheep over rough terrain.
"In a normal working day, some huntaways could cover over 100km on a large farm," said Prideaux.
The popularity of the huntaway continues to grow, with even Japan having a Huntaway Club.
Entry fee is $35 on the day and only dogs with some huntaway are allowed to enter the competition.