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    I can't listen to that, it would wake my girl up and well... I'm not into a "sing along" just now. ;) I will say that many canines howl and yodel and bay (at the moon, whenever a fire truck passes, etc.). I'm not certain that any one breed is distinctive enough to have a sound all their own, but many a proud owner would probably assert so.
  • Need help finding shoes

    Basenji Talk 15 Dec 2022, 11:00
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    We use ones from Rukka. Not sure if they’re available everywhere but they are they best ones we have tried (others always fell off, especially in deep snow). I think having two Velcro closures on each sock has been key. I also prefer the soft shell ones as our B seems to accept them more and they don’t twist as much as the ones with a hard sole. Here are the ones I am referring to: https://rukkapets.com/paw-wear/thermal-shoes-black
  • Naming my Basenji

    Basenji Talk 17 Nov 2018, 20:08
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    My undergraduate degree was in geophysics with a minor in applied math. I name all my Basenjis after Indian mathematicians. My current Basenjis are Madhava of Sangamagrama (Madhava for short) and Bramagupta (Bramagupta for short). They do respond to their "short" names.
  • Yawning..

    Basenji Talk 23 May 2013, 05:32
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    Yawning is canine for "peace." I use calming signals with Ava. When she is hyped up, I look away and give a few big yawns. When I get her attention, I will yawn, then blink very slowly at her. Sometimes, it takes a minute if she is in overdrive, but she will usually slow down and watch me. Eventually, she yawns back. Then I can pick her up and give her calming strokes. As agilebasenji mentioned, the Turid Rugaas book/DVD is very helpful. I have learned to recognize Ava's main stress signals– opening and closing her mouth, licking her lips, rigidly turning her back on me. When I notice these, I can use calming signals to reassure her. Sometimes, after we go through our spiel, she'll put her paw on my hand and look at me as if to say, "I'm cool now, mom." Of course, sometimes, nothing works.
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    Ripley does this as well! I was so excited the first time he did it. It's the cutest thing ever :) He's started to make noise more often now, and I'm really excited. I hope he is vocal when he gets older, I love their noises!
  • Musical Beeji

    Basenji Talk 3 Feb 2007, 05:08
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