More Than A Ribbon: A Dog Show Story — Lessons Beyond the Ring

More Than A Ribbon: A Dog Show Story by dog show exhibitor Matthew G. Stroud offers a heartfelt look at what it really means to succeed in the dog show world. Through the story of Kermit, a small black Schipperke, readers see that winning isn’t always about taking home a ribbon—it’s about learning, growing, and trying again.

This past weekend, the book was shared with a special audience, all Pee Wee participants at the Mid-Continent Kennel Club show in Tulsa, Oklahoma received a copy after participating with their dog. For these young handlers just starting out, the story serves as a reminder that effort, courage, and love for their dogs matter most.

Encouraging, and relatable, More Than A Ribbon highlights an important truth for competitors of any age—the greatest rewards often happen outside the winner’s circle. Get your copy here: https://a.co/d/09cBWAU6

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