I've hunted deer with my basenji in emergency situations during archery season. She has helped me find several wounded deer in the woods after dark. Basenjis are easily distracted by other trails and other deer scents so you need to make them associate the smell of deer blood with getting a raw venison treat. My basenji found a deer for me the first time I tried it with her. Most dogs need extensive training for this but she picked it up in 10 minutes. She has helped me a great deal. If there is no blood on the ground however it'd be tough depending on the wind direction, and they usually get distracted by diverging deer trails if there is no blood to follow.
Hi!!!
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Hi everyone! I was on here before but it has been quite a while since I posted so I thought I would reintroduce myself. I am 25, married to a US Marine and have a 3 yr old son. We are currently living in North Carolina. I have a almost 3 yr old Basenji Mix named Chloe. I just adopted another Basenji Mix yesterday, he will be 1 on Monday, his name is Rusty. I hope to get to know everyone.
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Welcome! Pictures, please!
We are owned by 2 BRATs, Jonny -3 and HAnsel -5. -
Welcome onboard. Yes..pics please??
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Hey! Welcome to the forum! I'm also in NC!
Where are you stationed? I used to live near Camp Lejeune (and still visit the area occasionally) and near Cherry Point.
We love pictures!!
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Welcome back
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I actually live on the base, Cherry Point.
I will post some pictures in the picture section.
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Welcome back.
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Welcome back
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Welcome back to you, Chloe and the new boy Rusty.
