Harry The Show Dog

This is the story of Harry the show dog. Since he was 6 months old, he learned how to become a professionally trained show dog, run gracefully in the ring with a professional handler, and how to show well to the judge in the ring. He traveled across many states every weekend to compete and become a champion show dog at a very early age. He was winning so often that he was getting special bubble baths and his picture taken every weekend. His dream was to go to the biggest show in NYC, The Westminster Kennel Club in NYC at the largest sports arena, that was televised every year. The story ends with a special learning moment for children; that it's okay if things don't always go as planned. While winning and losing will come up in life, it's important to celebrate life's joys and also manage life's difficult moments. It's important to praise the effort instead of the final result.

Nanci Silverman is a first time author and has spent the past 20 years in advertising in NYC. She spent her career sharing stories about brands and products across industries; including financial services, packaged goods and pharmaceuticals. Her passion for dog shows started when her breeder said Harry was the pick of the litter and that Harry conformed to the breed standard and would do well in the show ring. Her dedication to the sport started when her six month old puppy Harry started winning every show every weekend and became a champion before he was 2 years old. Her dream was to show Harry in the biggest show in NYC, the Westminster Kennel Club, and to share the story of Harry's journey to get there. It's about the pride in winning and striving to see your pet win it big, and one she wanted to share with children and adults alike.