One of the best things about The National Dog Show Presented by Purina is that it’s a benched show, meaning that the dogs and handlers must remain in their benching area when not in the show ring.  This gives everyone an opportunity to meet the dogs, learn about the breeds, and talk with the owners/handlers.  I saw so many families at the show and the kids were just ooohing and ahhhing over all of the dogs!  It was so much fun to watch!  Of course, the dogs loved all of the attention, too!  Here’s a photo of a little boy getting acquainted with a cute Boxer.