It’s certainly an experience to participate in the mother of all dog shows: Westminster. Participation can be defined as being an actual canine champion to the dog lover who sits, excitedly, in the bleachers in anticipation of Best in Show—this year a Scottish Terrier named Sadie. But, in the spectrum that begins with dog and ends with loving viewer, there exists an infinite array of personalities: handlers, groomers, owners, judges, ring stewards and frankly, a shocking number of media professionals. This extraordinary swooping down upon Madison Square Garden and into the lives of these beautiful—and sometimes odd—canine creatures all vying for the top spot can astound one. Take a look at a busy day in the life of Westminster.

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