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  • MacPackM

    They are excellent at problem-solving. The humans are usually 'the problem' and most basenjis can manage their humans very well.

    Anne in Tampa

    Chipley, Missy & Lucky

    Topper, Nicky & Eddie in the clouds

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  • AJs HumanA

    As mine proved with the original post. snicker

    AJ's Ride:

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  • wizardW

    Snicker is right - AJ was laughing his head off all the way home :D

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  • Shaye's MomS

    I've seen more than one bit of proof they "fake it" when they've had enough of something. Mine will lift one paw and walk on three legs when she has had enough of walking someplace she doesn't want to be. Of course, when I check the paw, no nettles, no pickers, no nothing, but she's had her "moment" and is happy to continue at that point.

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  • P

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    You are so right. Hugs to the clever AJ.

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  • K

    Basenji's are smart in the sense that they can get what they want, and that doesn't include being taught all kinds of silly tricks.
    Sometimes Lela and Binti will stay with a person in the park carrying treats. I call them over with my own treat, sometimes over a distance of over 100 yards: they come running to me (I feel very proud!), sit, get my treat and instantly turn around and run off to the other person again, to pick up where they left….
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  • KipawaK

    @kjdonkers:

    Basenji's are smart in the sense that they can get what they want, and that doesn't include being taught all kinds of silly tricks.
    Sometimes Lela and Binti will stay with a person in the park carrying treats. I call them over with my own treat, sometimes over a distance of over 100 yards: they come running to me (I feel very proud!), sit, get my treat and instantly turn around and run off to the other person again, to pick up where they left….

    How true is THAT!!! I have had that happen on a number of occasions with Kipawa! It's all about food. And sunshine of course, as Lela and Binti are showing in that lovely picture. And just look at those sweet, adorable, kind, CONNIVING faces!

    Fran Harder, BAB

    With Barney in my heart

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  • avdpierreA

    i love this….so very funny1

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  • O

    My goodness, what a clever little schemer! I have learned that not much stands between a determined Basenji and his goal. :)

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  • KipawaK

    They are also very clever at winning people over. My sis, who owns and loves chow chows, just didn't 'get' my excitement when I made plans to get a basenji. At the beginning, she thought Kipawa was cute, but she was still reserved with her feelings. However, she is totally in love with Kipawa now, and he loves her too. And she is now loving the breed itself. If she sees a good basenji picture somewhere, she will post it on facebook. Those basenji faces can just melt our hearts, and that is why the little buggers can get away with so much. :)

    Fran Harder, BAB

    With Barney in my heart

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    @ktiefen1 You would be correct!! Potty Training eventually came easy because ours is so treat motivated....lol. Basic obedience is a challenge for us......ahe is definitely her own girl....and please dont disturb her sleep. You could lose a limb. ::)))))
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    I read your blog and find it kind of confusing and ….. your comment about "messing with ..." hmmmmmmm.... Anyhow, yes, it is so cool when you come across another basenji, because they totally understand each other and how they want to play. We were fortunate once to have another basenji play chase with Kipawa at a dog park. I just don't think there are many basenjis in the Lower Mainland. :(
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