I have had the pleasure of owning both breeds. There is another forum member here who also has a basenji and a Shiba. Lol, they are both very stubborn breeds. Depending on what you want they are very different though. Shibas need a lot of care for grooming, they blow a lot of coat and can get matted fur, on the other hand they make a very good watch dog. Basenjis don't bark but make a multitude of other noises. Their coat is nice and short for less grooming, though they too blow coat, just not as bad as a Shiba. They both maintain puppy characteristics their whole lives and live long lives. I think our Shiba was 16 when we lost her. Both need a lot of socialization, with both people and dogs. This is a must. Good luck with whatever breed you choose. Look at parents for temperament and do your reading on health problems and make sure you adopt from a reputable breeder.
Hello
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Hi,
I am a first time Basenji owner. My pup is named Barley and he is almost three years old. He is a cutie pie, but has had minor issues with his digestive system. I feel like I keep getting mixed information on what to feed him and what is best for him. Not all vets seems to know about Basenji's and I am getting frustrated. I just want whats best for him so I'm joining forums to get advice from those who have had the same experiences. I also love seeing everyones pictures of other Basenji.
Amy
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What are you feeding him now? Have you tried other foods? If so, which ones? Many dogs and Basenjis have allergies particularly to corn, some wheat, some to just all grains.
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Welcome to the forums, my Bella has a sensitive stomach. I have to be very careful about the things she eats.
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My boy also has allergies to "stuff" in some foods, so I can relate.
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Welcome to the forum, Amy and Barley. It is good to have you onboard.
Let us know what he is currently eatinga nd then we might be able to help you from there.
Petra
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Hi! Amy and Barley welcome and were are the pictures? The feeding hard to know you can feed raw meat or go with dog food be hard or can. Then you look all them up what a mess one has this and another this. We do not feed Jaycee raw meat because if we did we would have to do the same with our Akita and I will not feed a 140 lb dog raw meat. Jaycee is on 3 dog foods that we mix together and she has done great we put her on it right after we got her. Did not have any problems from the food she was on to ours so we must have done something correct. Good luck and if you want the mixture be happy to list it for you. Have great weekend.
Rita Jean
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Welcome to the forum Amy and Barley.
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Welcome to the forum!
One of our B's is allergic to kibble, we feed our dogs raw food!
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Welcome to the forum!
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Thanks Guys! I made a post in the feeding section with Barley's eating behaviors. Everyone has been really helpful. I'm glad I joined!
