If u had to choose
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 16:07 last edited by
I have always liked mature pets because they are trained, but I would think about your basenji and what it needs. An older dog who's somewhat settled (as much as a basenji can be) or the young dog who might be a more playful sibling. This is my uneducated guess…. good luck making your decision. Let us know what happens.
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 16:18 last edited by
My last B Max was very active until he hit about 15. The two I recently adopted are 6 and 4. And they are much more calm/relaxed than Max was at 15!! I think it does really depend on the dogs and the situation. I do have a soft spot for older dogs–to give an older dog a good loving home for their later years is just the best.....
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 16:30 last edited by
my thought exactly about the older B. She is so beautiful and I don't tire in saying how my heart aches for her. People can really be lousy!!
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 16:41 last edited by
take both
Basenjis do much better in pairs.
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 16:43 last edited by
Yes Well I Already Have The One So Can Only Take One More. Believe Me I Want To Take Them Both
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 17:02 last edited by
In the other thread you're talking about being quiet. I would take the older girl. When Basenji's start playing they are really, REALLY loud. Sounds like a pack of Hyenas going at it.
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 17:06 last edited by
well they will be crated when we are not home and i think they really mean the whole barking thing
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 17:07 last edited by
oh too true LOL!
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 17:26 last edited by
Let the dog you have now pick
can you go somewhere to let your dog meet each dog?
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 17:35 last edited by
yes that's what were are hoping. Since I'm leaning towards the older one and my husband the younger, I told him that it's best to meet them both since the chemistry is the most important thing here.
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 17:59 last edited by
Pre arranged marriages are not always the best thing. My sister had two cats, one died and she got another and the other cat just hates the new cat, won't have anything to do with her.
Since It's a boy girl thing, I would think your dog would be fine with either.
Remember girl's usually rule the roost.
I can't see them not letting your dogs meet, try to make it a low pressure neutral place if you can. I am sure they want the dogs to end up in a good situation, if they are responsible people.
Originally we got a male and when we brought home the new dog/female puppy, he was great with it right off the bat. He even scalded/corrected her when she did something that they were not allowed to get into or do. They played and had a great time. He was very gentle with her. I can't say the same of her- those puppy teeth were sharp.
Who knows which dog he would like. Also if you let the dog choose you can't blame each other down the road.
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 18:08 last edited by
well one is here in ny so meeting won't be a problem.. The other one is in washington DC, not too far but still about 4 hrs away not including hourly stops for the Champster to stretch his legs, so that might be more of a ?
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 18:20 last edited by
Stretch?
We leave our dogs in there crates for up to 4 hours at a time when driving. If they are empty before you leave, they can last a lot longer than an hour. They usually sleep all day sometimes in their crates by choice (door left open) all day.
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wrote on 7 Sept 2007, 18:24 last edited by
How old is the male?
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wrote on 8 Sept 2007, 02:18 last edited by
he's 1 1/2. I have a compact car so Champ drives in front with me so I don't want to take any chances. That reminds me I have to get to the store to buy that halter/seatbelt attachment.
We just finished watching this kind of korny movie.."year of the dog" if anyone has seen it that's totally me. If I had the space I'd be going to the shelters and adopting all the dogs.lol -
wrote on 8 Sept 2007, 05:23 last edited by
That's a tough one! I guess you have to meet both of them and see which one is a better companion for the dog you already have? Good luck :)
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wrote on 8 Sept 2007, 14:19 last edited by
Besides BRAT - where do you folks find out about these homeless dogs? I don't remember seeing a homeless B in DC on the list. I DID see two Bs being walked in DC last weekend. My husband practically had to lock the doors to keep me from jumping out into traffic to go talk to the owner…..
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wrote on 8 Sept 2007, 14:34 last edited by
For what it's worth, I just got a 9-year-old B from a rescue organization (I knew most of the details of his background; not only was he very well cared for, he was a champion show dog). I've done "the puppy thing" before, didn't want to have to devote that much time to a young dog, wanted the B to match the temperament of the dog I already had (ultra-mellow), and was told that the B's mother was still active and running around at 16 years old! It was the right decision for me. :-) ~ Lori ~
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wrote on 8 Sept 2007, 14:38 last edited by
Besides BRAT - where do you folks find out about these homeless dogs?
You visit the Basenji Club of America's website and start contacting breeders. Many breeders have older pups, young adults, retired showdogs, and retired breeding animals who all need homes.
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wrote on 8 Sept 2007, 15:01 last edited by
Besides BRAT - where do you folks find out about these homeless dogs? I don't remember seeing a homeless B in DC on the list. I DID see two Bs being walked in DC last weekend. My husband practically had to lock the doors to keep me from jumping out into traffic to go talk to the owner…..
Also you can check out www.thebasenji.com they will list breeder placements
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