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@tanza -- I know. They also don't typically have one in June, which is why I was asking about whether she had whelped last cycle. I don't think we have a lot to go on. Not being critical, but "my dog seems to be in heat for over a month" doesn't provide a lot of information and could mean a lot of different things.

Saving money sometimes isn't the best route… a full thyroid panel gives massively more information. But a low dose won't hurt, and as Pat said, if it doesn't help, you wean off easily and done.

@krunzer:

Keep them separate in their own crates. The older one may not want to put up with puppy play in a big crate. When crated mine are always separate unless they are at the kennel, then they are in the same pen because Becca is not fond of the kennel.

PS, basenjis don't like being woken up much, and one dog annoying another who wants to stay asleep might result in a fracas in a confined space; never a good thing.

I agree. She is such a friendly little gal.

Good for you for being proactive about the situation!

Thank you I will.

They do have the cutest faces. Too bad we all live so far away, it would be great if they could all meet each other.

I'm so sorry. I didn't realize you had responded. I thought I'd get an email. Zoey is definately NOT good off leash. It would be great to find a fenced area…I know there is a dog park (with a small dog area) near me, but I don't know how you feel about driving. (I've commuted for years, so I'm used to it). I could probably call Bear Mountian the park to see if they allow dogs. I'm working tomorrow, but I'll try to find out on Tuesday.

Also, there is some sort of an event in Woodstock, NY (beautiful town), sponsored by the Rip Van Winkle Basenji Club. I am totally new to all of this stuff, so I'm not sure what goes on there, but here is a link....I thought you might be interested. If I'm not working I may go just to check it out.

http://www.rvwbasenjiclub.org/June.24th.Match.html

Hello,
We are originally from MA but now in SLC, UT. My B's have always been on Heartguard meds and we do it all year long and I have my B's test every two years. Results have always been negative. My 6 year old male B (Grady) started having seizures 6 months ago (summer 2013). We immediately went in for blood work and a vet check - no significant findings. I've been watching them more closely now and try to document everything I can…food intake, toxins, weather conditions, what happened that day of a seizure, stress triggers, etc. Grady has had 5 seizures and they are spread out since last summer. The seizures usually happen when we are asleep at nite and luckily only last a few secs to a minute or so. I want to AVOID medications for as long as I can and have started him on vitamins/antioxidants to increase his immune system. He is still a fun-loving goofy crazy dog otherwise. We were on Heartguard plus (chews) years ago but then converted over to Iverhart Plus for the past few years. Both my dogs have been on it but Grady has the seizures and my 13 year old female B hasn't show signs of seizures. She is going through the senior dog stages ... like more whitening near her nose, slowing down, getting sore easily, etc...but no seizures. I'm thinking that the "ivermectin" in the Inverhart may cause seizures and if this is the case...perhaps Grady has become very sensitive to this med since he has been on it for most of his life....I need to take him off of it and try something else for the heartworm prevention. I'm still hoping I can find out the cause of his seizures. Anna

If you do not break them of the habit, it will only hurt more when they get adult teeth.

Jennifer

Oh yes I am so looking forward to that!

Thanks for all the help everyone!

Thank you for your input!

jeannieJ, is your dog tattooed? You might at least be able to find out something about him if he is. Breeding is not a good idea unless you are experienced, know all about the breed's history and health concerns, and are willing to be responsible for any resulting puppies for the rest of their lives!

Thanks for your advice!

I would post a picture but I have no idea how.