My first pet

Riva Bubber
Television actor

My first pet was called Benjy — a beige Labrador. The puppy was a surprise gift from my mother when I was 12. The moment he entered the house, he made a puddle in the living room. But despite this, we all fell in love with him instantly. Benjy was like a baby, who taught me to be responsible. He passed away six years back, but I still miss Benjy deeply; a reason why I named my new Cockerspaniel the same name.

As told to Kanika Parab