What breed is Benny Franklin and does he have any nicknames? (@bennyfranklinthedog) Benny is a mix of just about everything! He has some Lab, German Shepherd, Husky and Golden Retriever. We call him Ben, Buddy, Bug, Bub and anything else that starts with a ‘B’. We’re not sure he knows his name because of all his nicknames!

What’s a ‘day in the life of Benny’ like? Benny wakes up so he can eat and then he naps on his parents’ big bed. He gets a walk around the neighborhood, hopefully catches the squirrels that taunt him, and then comes home for his second morning nap. The rest of the day is spent either sunbathing, playing with squeaky toys to interrupt video calls, snacking on bones, or more napping. He gets an evening walk, dinner, zoomies around the house, and then bedtime.

What are some of Benny’s favorite pup-friendly spots in Walnut Creek, CA? 

For walks and playtime: Acalanes Ridge Trail and Civic Park

For meals with humans: Brioche de Paris, Dia y Noche, and Sasa

Where is Benny’s favorite spot to enjoy a Barkley’s Bag bone? In a sunbeam on the patio!

Who are some of your favorite Instagram dogs to follow? @tlrarf (The shelter that rescued me!), @hansenslovesdogs and @barkleysbag!

If you could describe Benny in 3 words what would they be? Sweet, loving, happy

Benny’s favorite cuddle spot in the house? The big bed with mom and dad!