I guess I've watched westminster too often, because it was a lot less... "formal" than that
There were 4 rings set up (only 3 being used), as well as some that were for Rally-o, etc.
People mostly drifted in and out.. there were some mini-bleachers set up and some people brought their own chairs to set up ringside. Everyone I talked to was super friendly though - I wasn't really expecting that either (too many stereotypes of stuffy breeders/handlers).
I didn't take my camera, but had my phone, so took a few pics. The 2 breeds I was mostly interested in were wheaties (cuz I have one) and the newfs, though I watched the rest of the terrier group (sadly, I didn't see who won the terrier group because it was at the same time as the newf group .. a wheaten was shortlisted, but didn't see who won 1st). After watching the Danes and Mastiffs, the newfs seemed almost dwarfed.
The grooming area was easy to find - the entrance to the place was actually IN the grooming area .. it was more confusing to find the rings..hahaha. And you know you're at a dog show when you show up and the first thing anyone says to you is "do you have a poop bag??"
For the newfs, as with all dogs, it was fun to see the different personalities. Some of them were so boisterous and one of the girls was super dainty - it was fun to watch. One of the breeders I was in contact with prior to this got the last 2 points for a championship with one of his dogs.. and one of his puppies is new to the ring and it was funny to watch the puppy antics in the ring (though not desired while showing!)
There were 8 newfs + 2 puppies shown yesterday, so that was fun.
Today is the booster, but as I said, I can't go since the hubby wants me to stay home today. Boo.