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Basenji Health Issues & Questions
  • I have a Basenji/Dachshund mix that we adopted from the local rescue league last fall. Should I have her tested for Fanconi? With her being a mix, I'm not sure how concerned I should be about Fanconi. My vet didn't mention it at her last visit, but she might not be very familiar with Basenji's. Any advice or information would be appreciated.
    Thanks

  • I've never thought about a mix having Fanconi. Have any ever been tested? I guess it's a possibility.

  • I know other breeds and even humans can get fanconi. So, maybe for your peace of mind?

  • A good idea to test for peace of mind. And pictures, we need pictures of your little girl!

  • I'd love to show you some pictures - how do I get them to post here? When I try, it says the size is too big, and I can't figure out how to resize.

  • If you are positive one parent was a pure Basenji and the other parent was a pure Dachshund then she cannot get Fanconi Syndrome.

  • @YodelDogs:

    If you are positive one parent was a pure Basenji and the other parent was a pure Dachshund then she cannot get Fanconi Syndrome.

    I'm pleased to hear that.

    I have a B cross and I was wondering about Fanconi with her.

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    Never mind. I just read another thread that answered that question. I will pick up some diastix from Walmart. I don't really think it is a possiblity that she could develop Fanconi's since she is a half B but it won't hurt to occasionally test her urine because I would feel awful if something happened to her and I could've done something. Thanks again.