I think that a basenji puppy and a two-year-old is a recipe for disaster for many reasons. Both require and crave lots of attention, neither one can be reasoned with, both will want to play with the same toy, both can be stubborn, and the list goes. It is far too much to expect a two-year-old to understand how to get along with any puppy, especially a basenji puppy. If your heart is set on a basenji puppy, then I think you should wait until your child is at least five or six years old.Children that age understand what you are saying about the puppy and you can explain to them why you are saying it. I agree with the person who suggested getting an older basenji or how about a puppy of another breed? t one time in my life I had a basenji and a mixed breed, and they got along beautifully.
You may love all the traits of this breed but I was suggest that you talk to owners and their experiences with the basenjis and young children. One cannot count on even the best breeders to give you the full story. Please don't get me wrong. I've had three basenjis and adored them all. I got the first one when my youngest daughter was seven. You don't have to wait that long but two years old is too young, imho. Good luck.
Looking for breeders around SE Michigan
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I have only recently learned about the Basenji breed and would like to visit local breeders around S.E. Michigan so I can learn more about them before i get one but there does not seem to be any that i can find, if anyone could help I would greatly appreciate it.
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Have you tried www.basenji.org and the Finding a Basenji link?
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I am near SE Michigan…we are in NW Ohio. I didn't breed a litter this year, but I could probably point you towards some nearby breeders. Most pups that were born this year (that I know of) are spoken for, though. You might get on some lists for next year, if you decide a Basenji is a good match for you.
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My little Lenny's breeder is from SE Michigan! Her website is www.kirojabasenjis.com she is on the forum periodically also so maybe she will chime in!
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Yup, you can't go wrong visiting and/or talking to Quercus and Kiroja…... they will give you the "real" scoop on this breed and give you a chance to visit with a "house" full of Basenjis...
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I am in the Downriver area and you're more than welcome to visit. I'm pretty sure all the puppies from responsible breeders around here are all spoken for. But that gives you lots of time to research and make plans for this fall.
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Actually in Indiana - Baruh had an litter that I believe still has some puppies available. Linda is not online so if you email her you won't get far. If someone wants pictures contact me and I can send you pictures of who is available.
