Beni was bred and initially co-owned by his breeder and our friend, Sandra Allen, and Roslyn Eskind as he’s a Franklin son. Roslyn is now Beni’s sole owner. As a 6-9 puppy Beni, handled by Deanna Vout (see right) won Winners Dog, Best of Winners, Best Puppy at the PWDCA National Specialty in 2019 under breeder judge Dr. Linda Fowler for his first 5pt major. He returned to Canada to finish his Canadian Championship at the Burlington show. Beni is a handsome curly brown, a first for Seabury.

Beni has his Canine Good Neighbour, and AKC Novice Tricks Title. And in late 2025 and 2026 Beni is again showing in the U.S. with Joanne Thibault.

And he fathered his first litter in February 2, 2021, 12 pups all black, curly and wavies. They are doing well and there are 5 championships on three dogs, with Kono a top ranked AKC special.

Beni the the 2026 Portuguese Water Dog Club of Canada National Specialty Winner! (NBISS) and in the U.S. is a Best in Show and Best in Specialty Show winner. He is ranked No. 3 Breed, No.6 All Breed as of July 2026. Presented and cared for by Joanne Thibault.