@basenjicurious
It’s great that you’re doing your homework on the basenji. I think the reason you read all these “horror stories” is because they are not your typical dog. They are a beautiful and highly intelligent breed with a very strong prey drive. My Kembe is my first basenji but I was familiar with the breed because my brothers were basenji owners. I got her when she was 1years old - she was returned to the breeder by the previous owners. Kembe has never been destructive, she has free reign of our house, and I can leave her at home alone. It’s extremely important to exercise them regularly - especially exercise and stimulate their minds, and establish a routine (I can set my watch to my dog). They are definitely trainable - it scares me to see how smart she is and also well behaved. Basenjis are extremely lovable and hilariously funny. If I have a treat that my dog especially likes - she will do her whole “repertoire of tricks” without me even asking her. She dances to let me know it’s time to eat and will sit right next to me and hit me with her paw when she wants to go for her walk.
I think our basenji chose us - when we went to the breeders home to look at her - She jumped up next to my husband on the couch and curled up! I was sold on her! I really hope you find a basenji that right for you!
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Looking to talk with a Basenji breeder in the St. Louis, Mo. area.
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Hello,
I have a basenji mix and am considering purchasing a basenji for him to play with. Does anyone know of a reputable breeder in the St. Louis, Mo. area?Thanks
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Jan Kahl of Jadaka Basenjis is in MO. I have a dog from her :).
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Thanks for replying. Do you have contact info. for Jan? I googled Jadaka Besenjis and just came up with some dead links.
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@xrv122
Position:
Jadaka Basenjis
Address:- Pacific
Missouri
Email:
JadakaBasenjis@aol.com
Phone:
314-713-5884
- Pacific
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Thank you. I will email her.
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Yes email her! She usually gets back to me that day.
