The Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo came to a close this past weekend with a record-breaking bidding war for the grand champion steer.
The new grand champion steer, a European crossbred named "Snoop Dog," was sold for $440,000, shattering the previous record by more than $130,000.
Owner Sadie Wampler, a 4-H member from Canyon, was stunned at the winning bid placed by Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services of Fort Worth.
"It all seems like a blur right now," Wampler said.
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At just 15 years old, Wampler manages her time between school, sports and caring for Snoop Dog. She hopes to attend Texas A&M to pursue a career in animal science.
"This industry has taught me a lot about time management," said Wampler. "I have learned over the last year that I can do multiple things if I manage my time properly."
The winning bid for the grand champion steer wasn't the only record set at this year's show.
The Junior Sale of Champions generated a total of $7.3 million, surpassing last year's total by $1.2 million.
With the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo over, Wampler will soon have to say goodbye to Snoop Dog.
"It's going to be really hard. I spend more time with him than anyone else in my life. He's like my best friend," said Wampler.
