Let's also consider that when you chase your dog, the dog thinks it's a game and will run away from you. Like... "you can't catch me!" Man, Basenji's can bolt! On the other hand, when you are the one running away, the dog instinctively joins you because you are part of the dog's family/pack. This is not to be confused with a learned command to chase an assailant, in Police work, for example. That would be a totally different game of chase.
Communicate to come inside
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My dogs have always let me know if they need out by coming to me, then running to the door. Message is very clear. Coming in, well, I had a dog run for 30 years that had a gate between them and the house, so no door scratching. I just checked periodically to see if there was a dog at the gate wanting in. When I had only one they did not like to stay out alone, so were seldom out for very long. My two girls, OTOH, would be outside all day in sunny summer weather and loved it! They also had a dog house for shelter if needed.
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@julie4444 - As mentioned, it is very unsafe to let a Basenji out alone without a fence. They are a hunting breed and can soon be gone.....
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Sarge uses his cell phone and calls me.....seriously, it depends on the door. One he can open himself by pulling down the handle the others he just scratches.
