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.
What Breeders do you suggest?
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Hello! I am hoping to add a basenji puppy to my family this coming season and need some recommendations for trustworthy breeders. I live in Myrtle Beach, SC but would be willing to travel to pick up if necessary. Anyone know of any good breeders?
Thanks!
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Go to www.basenji.org and then to the Find a Puppy link. You can search by state and all those listed there are members of the Basenji Club of America parent club. They health test their basenjis and the results are public at www.offa.org for all to see. And I always suggest that you do check it out for yourself....just don't take someones word for it. Here is what a tested Basenji listing looks like at
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Ok, thank you so much for the info!
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Definitely go with Tanza's suggestion. Any breeder not listed there probably is not responsible. If you find litters, post here who you are looking at and talk to folks who have their line.
