24-002 Bentley is a 10-year-old neutered male Golden/Lab mix who came
into Rescue in January 2024. He is very sweet, calm, and friendly to dogs and cats. The owner had had Bentley since he was 10 months old and needed to surrender him – since she has ALS and had to move to a group home for care, she was unable to take him. He was originally adopted from Arizona Golden Retriever Connection when he was young and was treated for parvo. Since AZGRC is no longer in business, the owner was referred to AGR. 

Bentley was placed with fosters and their resident male dog, Binks, and cat in Scottsdale. This change was difficult for Bentley – he was exhibiting signs of anxiety through whining and pacing. After being very patient and attentive to Bentley, the fosters saw a positive change after 2 weeks. Bentley seemed to be settling in, showed less anxiety and was eating better. While being with the fosters for 2 months, Bentley developed a cough and had difficulty breathing. Upon taking him to the vet and ER several times, and having x-rays and an ultrasound, it was found that Bentley had pneumonia. This condition landed him in the hospital for several days on IV antibiotics. He has since recovered and will have a 3-month follow up with the vet. In the time Bentley was with his fosters, they came to love him and decided to add him to their family! The adopter has related: 

He has really come around now that he is feeling better. Bentley is my shadow. He gets along well with our older dog and leaves the cat alone. Bentley definitely gravitates towards women but really loves everyone. He has fit into our family perfectly. We adore everything about our sweet boy. He loves his furry and human siblings, morning walks, car rides and his home-cooked dog food. He is cautious around some new people but is one of the most loyal dogs I have ever had the pleasure to know. Bentley is never more than a foot away from his people. Thank you, Arizona Golden Rescue, for bringing him into our lives! 

We are so happy Bentley has found his new forever home!