Meet the Junior Handler: Ava Silva
Ava Silva shares her Junior Showmanship journey with Prancer, reflecting on mentorship, mindset, big goals, and a dream of Westminster.
February 25, 2026
Ava Silva shares her Junior Showmanship journey with Prancer, reflecting on mentorship, mindset, big goals, and a dream of Westminster.
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