She-Ra goes to our local park at least twice a week. It's a nice area with a sectioned-off area for smaller dogs or if a dog is having "behavior issues" you can take it in there if there's no other dogs. A lot of "regulars" maintain law and order if a dog owner is getting out of line (allowing their dog to bully, etc.). She enjoys it.
Runs in to do her business really quick. Sniffs everyone, but hates it when other sniff her. There'll be the occasional "give me space" growl if too many dogs get around her at once and sniff. Spends most of the time sniffing and standing in the middle of the park staring like a statue at something. Then you get the eventual chase going - those are always fun because the other owners are like 'Oh, She-Ra's gonna get caught!' and I grin and say 'No she's not.' as she runs circles around all the other dogs. I love watching my dog run…it's poetry in motion. After about an hour she's pooped and ready to go back home. We've had very few incidents with her that haven't been swiftly fixed. She seems to enjoy going quite a bit, and we're making friends with some of the regulars...I guess we're fairly regular now by this point as well.Odd question: Why does the 3rd outside front toe (L and R) angle in on these dogs?
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I've noticed this on both dogs I've owned. My theory is that it helps them run and corner faster. Their rear toes align like one would expect. I've always wondered about this! As Spock would say- "Fascinating."
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In 30+ years as a Basenji breeder never heard of this? Are they both from the same breeder?
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I can picture all the forum members scampering to examine their dog(s) toes. hehehe
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I was wondering the same thing...and a friend of mine said her whippet has the same thing and it has to do with speed and fast direction changing...
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Cool. I never thought to take a look at cousin breeds to a B, but that makes sense.
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I will have to check this out!!
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Note that in my pups/Basenjis I have never seen this, so a picture of what you are referring to would be helpful
