I have had the pleasure of owning both breeds. There is another forum member here who also has a basenji and a Shiba. Lol, they are both very stubborn breeds. Depending on what you want they are very different though. Shibas need a lot of care for grooming, they blow a lot of coat and can get matted fur, on the other hand they make a very good watch dog. Basenjis don't bark but make a multitude of other noises. Their coat is nice and short for less grooming, though they too blow coat, just not as bad as a Shiba. They both maintain puppy characteristics their whole lives and live long lives. I think our Shiba was 16 when we lost her. Both need a lot of socialization, with both people and dogs. This is a must. Good luck with whatever breed you choose. Look at parents for temperament and do your reading on health problems and make sure you adopt from a reputable breeder.
New member "Kenzie"
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I am 22 and live in Missouri with my 3 year old basenji "Kenzie" I got her from a shelter near my home. I just found out that she was a basenji. She is my little girlt hat goes every where with me. I loves to run and play chase with her brother which is a black lab puppy. :p
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Welcome to the forum! Can't wait to see more pics and hear more about her
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Welcome! Looking forward to photos and great stories!
wow. Just out of curiousity I went and took a quick look at the members list.
TWENTY-EIGHT pages of members!!! That is amazing! Good for us. -
Welcome…lot's of fun here !!!!!!!
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Welcome to the forum…love the pictures!
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Welcome - this is really a great forum - I've found lots of great ideas and hints for problem solving.
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Howdy and welcome to the forum!
