I have an alpha female basenji and brought a newborn into our family. I was in the hospital for four days (my in laws stayed with dog and horse), when we came home, we had my Mom bring her new boyfriend. He was a great distraction, but also allowed me some alone time with Cricket. When they left, she noticed the baby in the bassinet and was a bit concerned.
She adapted to the baby, but I don't leave them alone just in case. Cricket is not nearly as jealous as she was, now that he drops food for her at the table, but she did get a bit jealous for a few weeks.
While I was pregnant, I was told that 'the test' was to play baby crying videos on YouTube. How the dog reacts will tell you how they will interact with the baby. Cricket beat the crap out of my phone when I tried… So not a great test! 🙂
Is she part Basenji?
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Newly adopted puppy, thinking she’s part basenji but not sure. Please share you thoughts
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Could be!?! Best to do a DNA test. But OMG - she is adorable! A precious pup!
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Yeah I think I might do a dna test! We keep getting people saying she might be a Jack Russell or retriever, so I’m curious to what she really is. But thank you!!
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She appears to have a curled tail. What are some of her characteristics and quirks?
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That’s one of the main reasons I was thinking basenji. Shes high energy, seems to be a bit stubborn but highly intelligent. Not the biggest in barking but when she does it’s super high pitched. Don’t know if that’s a breed trait or if its she just hasn’t got her big girl bark yet. She loves people and other dogs, cries out when we have to say goodbye to them. I’ve only had her for a week so still getting to see her full little personality come out
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Super cute! Not sure how much the DNA test costs but I would want to know. Certainly teases us with some Basenji traits. Enjoy your precious little one!
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Aww thank you so much!!
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She is SO adorable! Looks like some Basenji there! If so, enjoy the ride!!!!
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She is a gorgeous baby but I can't see any Basenji there, but stay along for the ride (on the forum). I could be wrong. Do a DNA test if its important, otherwise just love her !
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Thank you everyone for the input!!
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Agree fully with Zande.. but she is very, very cute
