Receiving an award after you’ve died is usually reserved for war heroes and generous millionaires. But, all of that may change once people hear about Bentley, the dachshund who is being honored six months after his death. The Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) will pay tribute to Bentley during the 127th Annual CVMA Meeting on February 3rd, 2011 by bestowing him with the coveted Connecticut Pet of the Year Award.
Although many pets are revered for their unconditional love or loyalty to mankind, Bentley went above and beyond, almost from the time he was born. Owned by Letty Lee and Dr. Sig Stein of New London, Bentley’s affection for all people was readily apparent by the time he was just three years old and was awarded the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen Award.
From there, his giving nature continued to grow as he also gained certification from the re-owned Delta Society and spent the majority of his life reaching out to patients at the Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London as a Pet Therapy member. Through his home visits from the Hospice of Southeast Connecticut, Bentley touched many lives and often helped individuals forget their pain for a few moments.
Bentley is fondly remembered by many children of the area as well. His work as a Reading and Education Assistance dog provided the needed spark, encouraging young minds to learn.
His posthumous Pet of the Year Award will be presented to his owner, Mrs. Stein and her canine companion, Ziggy, during the CVMA Awards Banquet on Wednesday, Feb 2nd at 7 pm. Set among the tranquil surroundings of the Mystic Aquarium in Mystic, CT, the scene will be reminiscent of the peace Bentley brought to so many.
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