"A masterful job of compiling stories and insights from some of the most successful professionals in the sport of dogs... an entertaining, informative, and inspiring book for dog lovers at all levels of involvement and experience."

-DONALD STURZ, PRESIDENT OF WESTMINSTER KENNEL CLUB

In the dog show handling world, Best in Show is more than a competition; it's real life. Behind the Scenes of Best in Show: Intimate Moments with the Masters: Handlers and Their Show Dogs offers a rare view into the hearts and minds of those who compete for that coveted title.

There is amazing work taking place at dog shows, and this book gives you a front-row seat. You will see how more than a dozen top handlers in the country have come to achieve the wins of a lifetime, but also how their life experiences have shaped the way they perceive and navigate the dog show world.

The stories and handlers featured in Behind the Scenes of Best in Show are a testament to the immense dedication, talent, and heart required to become the best of the best. More importantly, though, their stories show the deep connection, intimacy, and trust that is shared between handlers and dogs. Get ready to enter this real-life world of Best in Show and walk away with a new perspective on what it means to be a dog show handler on the path to mastery.