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  • Introducing myself and asking a question

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    CrazySenjiC
    A good vet is a good vet even if they aren't "basenji experts"! The good ones will be willing to learn about the breed but at the end of the day, a basenji is still a dog. ANY dog can be quirky!! My vets never saw basenjis before mine and I've had zero issues. They are patient, kind people who care about their patients. (My dogs are show dogs and very easy patients though! used to standing still while someone examines them). A good vet will be willing to listen to you! Ask local friends where they go and get a few recommendations. REMEMBER!!!!!!! It's 100% OK to decide a vet isn't the right fit. There is no shame in shopping around! Don't keep going to a place you don't love. It's up to you to train your new baby to be OK with being handled/examined. Work on playing with paws, opening their mouth, gentle restraint, etc. I also belive that muzzle training is a good idea. If your dog (any breed!!!!) is ever hurt/painful they might try to bite the vet OR you so having them used to a muzzle is a wonderful thing. Make it positive so going to the vet is no big deal! Good Luck with your baby!
  • Introduced ourselves in 2009

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    DebraDownSouthD
    LOL they look so wild and stressed out, NOT! I love this breed, it's full tilt whatever they are doing– play or rest. :) Welcome back.
  • Not really new but

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    2baroos2
    he is safe and sound and a pretty normal Basenji-neurotic but loving and at times weird. Our Female is from a puppy mill in Texas and that is another story!
  • Allow me to introduce myself…

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    BuanaB
    Welcome to the forum!
  • Introducing…

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    T
    very nice pic!! so cute!!
  • Introducing Beegin

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    wizardW
    Welcome to the pack - love your pictures (#4 especially :))