{"product_id":"shep-our-most-loyal-dog-9781585362592","title":"Shep: Our Most Loyal Dog","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShep: Our Most Loyal Dog - A True Story of Devotion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis award-winning hardcover book tells the remarkable true story of Shep, a dog whose unwavering loyalty touched hearts worldwide. Set in Fort Benton, Montana during the 1930s and 1940s, this children's book captures one of history's most moving tales of canine devotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Story of Shep\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing his owner's death in 1936, Shep watched as the body was placed on a train heading east. For more than five years, through Montana's harsh rain and snow, Shep met every incoming train at the Fort Benton station, hoping to see the man who had cared for him return. This faithful Collie's actions became an inspiration, demonstrating the true meaning of loyalty and heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author and Illustrator\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSneed B. Collard III has authored more than 45 books for young readers, including The Prairie Builders, The Forest in the Clouds, Butterfly Count, and B is for Big Sky Country: A Montana Alphabet. Based in Missoula, Montana, Collard brings authentic regional storytelling to this touching narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJoanna Yardley has illustrated numerous award-winning children's books. This marks her third collaboration with Sleeping Bear Press, following B is for Big Sky Country: A Montana Alphabet and P is for Peace Garden: A North Dakota Alphabet. Yardley lives in Missoula, Montana with her husband and son.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis hardcover edition is designed for children ages 4-8, making it an ideal choice for early readers and family read-aloud sessions. The book combines historical nonfiction with engaging illustrations, bringing Shep's story to life for young audiences. Published by Sleeping Bear Press, this juvenile nonfiction title teaches valuable lessons about reliability, devotion, and faithfulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Book Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEven today, visitors travel to Fort Benton, Montana to stand at Shep's grave, paying tribute to a dog whose actions remind us of the endearing qualities shared between people and their canine companions. This book preserves Shep's legacy for new generations, offering children a powerful example of loyalty and the special bond between humans and dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReliability, devotion and faithfulness: endearing qualities shared between people and their canine companions. Shep is the true story of a dog that became an inspiration to people around the world. Following the death of his owner in 1936, Shep watched as his body was placed on a train and shipped east. For more than five years, through rain and snow, Shep met every incoming train with hopes that he would see the man who had cared for him. Even today, people visit Fort Benton, Montana, to stand at the grave of a dog whose actions remind us of the true meaning of loyalty and heart.Sneed B. Collard III is the author of more than 45 books for young people including The Prairie Builders, The Forest in the Clouds, Butterfly Count and B is for Big Sky Country: A Montana Alphabet. Sneed lives in Missoula, Montana. Joanna Yardley has illustrated a number of award-winning children's books. This is her third book with Sleeping Bear Press. She is the illustrator of B is for Big Sky Country: A Montana Alphabet and P is for Peace Garden: A North Dakota Alphabet. Jo lives in Missoula, Montana along with her husband and son.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sleeping Bear Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493600334098,"sku":"9781585362592","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_de40f48a-c08f-4c73-8e2a-f90de3b9be60.jpg?v=1730653901","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/shep-our-most-loyal-dog-9781585362592","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}