It's been my experience that sometimes my basenji just gets it in her head that she doesn't like another dog, and for seemingly no good reason. I have been able to mitigate her behavior, but this is not a cure….
First, an excited basenji is a biting basenji. Make sure he's calm. Make him sit. Exert your dominance. Stand over your dog, look him in the eye. You need to snap him out of his mindset and remind him that you're in charge and he doesn't need to be aggressive.
It will take time and patience, but he can be made more comfortable...
I've also found that walking together as a "pack" helps. The two humans in the middle, the dogs held on a very short leash to either side, and you ignore your dog's aggression, focusing them on the walk itself. After a short while, they should just about forget one another. But this also acclimates them to each other. Good luck!
A new playmate
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We are now the proud new owner of Shilagh Doe. We adopted her through BRAT. Today she came home and is getting familiar with everything. I think Mick has already fallen in love with her as we have too. She is sweet and loving. We look forward to a long happy life with her.
I will post pics tomorrow.
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Congratulations! How fun! I'm sure you're busy adjusting. When you get back let us know how it's going
And pics, of course….
-Nicki
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Congratulations! How exciting! Please post some pics when you'll have time!
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Congrats! Can't wait to see some pics!
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Yaaayyy!! Thank you for rescuing! Great that Mick took to her right away. Ours bonded really quickly too (though we still have snarky moments). What everyone says is true: basenjis love a b companion.
What was her name on the BRAT site?
Can't wait to see photos!
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Congrats, can't wait for the pics!!!
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Yaaayyy!! Thank you for rescuing! Great that Mick took to her right away. Ours bonded really quickly too (though we still have snarky moments). What everyone says is true: basenjis love a b companion.
What was her name on the BRAT site?
Can't wait to see photos!
A very special thanks to Jen Gonzalez, Kim Riddle, and Jane Repko. You are all special people and I will always be grateful to you for Shilagh. BRAT is very lucky to have you all.
Her name was Isis. We truly wanted a name that fits with our family and she really is Shi, very docile and sweet. Enjoy the pics.
Mick kissing Shilagh
Mick laying, Shilagh sitting
Mick & Shilagh
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Thank you for opening your home and hearts to a basenji in need.
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Congrats!!!! It's always good to see another b rescue get a happy home. Sure does look like Mick has taken to her. Good Luck!
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They make a cute couple! I can tell from the pic Mick is a good kisser
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Congrats on being a rescue home! They are both very beautiful and i just love her head spot.
