I am new to Virginia, but not B's. My 11 yr old girl is the love of my life. In training I used lots of tools trying to out smart her. The funniest one was the singing bass. She would go potty in my all white dining room. No matter how I tried I couldn't stop her. I was a stay at home Mom too. I finally set up a singing bass on the floor. I set it on motion detection. When she would go there it would start singing a startle her….She could not figure it out. She quit doing it immediatly and also alerted me...I still laugh to this good day! I also put her leash on my belt for at least 30 minutes a day. She would go where I went. So now no matter where I go in the house, there she is. Each month I was fortunate to go to new Basenji puppy parties. There she could run with about 20+ B puppy's. Even a small dog park would have worked. I took her everywhere with me. I took food from her. So she would know I was the pack leader. I ate first. I would move her when sleeping and gently put her back. I just can't say enough about pack rules. I know other dog owners thought I was nuts. 11 years later I still am having to remind her daily who the real boss is. She is very well behaved and NEVER off her leash. I learned early on, no matter what. She will take off like a rocket if something gets her attention. One time it was a blowing leaf. That inclination will always be a part of the breed. I recommend crate training. I didn't let her sleep with me for quite some time. I learned that short consistant commands are clearer. A shaker can made of aluminum with pennies in it was better than my voice. They will use a short sided box with cedar shavings in it instead of the inside floor. when little. Mine loves raw veggies in the afternoon, Once older. I have used dry food for a long time. She rolls over, shakes, down stay, stand, off, in your chair (for car rides). All for the love of a treat. She enjoyed lure coursing. She enjoyed being shown. She loves my best friends yorkies but no other small dogs. You'll have so much fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What great companions they make......Yea! and Good Luck from one who is still trying to outsmart her!
Greetings from snowy Colorado
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Just wanted to say "Hi" to everyone here. I see some people I know, some I haven't met. I'm Kim and I have 3 basenjis, one malinois and one husband. Some people may be familiar with my brindlewonderkid, Digital (highlights include Dual Ch, MX, MXJ, TDIA, etc). Others may also know about my Tri-ing basenji, Jet (Ch, AX, AXJ, TDIA, etc). A few may know about Zpuppy, Zest (only 12 months, but showing great potential to follow in the pawprints of the other basenjis). I enjoy seeing how much I can do with my basenjis. I even took the boyz out to attempt sheep herding. (PreZ days and I left the malinois, a dog from the herding group, at home. go figure.)
Cool, welcome to the forum…. hope to see pics soon... and you have done wonders with your B kids....
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Welcome to the forum!!! Sounds like your boys are doing great, can't wait to see pictures
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Hey Kim!! How fun to see you here! I didn't know you got a new puppy!!! Tell us about her!
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Welcome, enjoy the forums and the good folk here. We just love pictures!:D
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Yes… yes... tell up about the new pup!!!! Details, we want details and pictures!!!
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Welcome to the forum. It's great to have yet another member with lots of experience to draw on! I'm sure you've got great stories and photos to share. Looking forward to both…
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Okay, new puppy. I got her the end of March. She's a Makalika-Jerlin breeding, r/w little girl. (Sire is Fanconi clear -yea!) It was sort of unplanned. I sent a Valentine's day card to Linda and mentioned puppies thinking about the following year. Linda mentioned this breeding and told me I could pick out which bitch pup I wanted. So I load up everyone and pick out the best agility prospect. Cute as the dickens and has LOTS of attitude. She's exactly what I've been looking for for the past six years or so and I am so thrilled with her. LOVES the agility game and seems quite pleased with herself in the conformation ring. I've actually never had a basenji so food driven. So that's my puppy.
I'll attempt to include a pic
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Wow Kim, she's gorgeous! With you as her partner she is bound to get as much alphabet behind her name as Digital. Welcome to the Forum.
Anne in Tampa
Topper, Nicky and Eddie say Hi to Jet and Digital -
She is adorable! Best of luck!
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wow, i luv her!
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Hi Kim!
Great to see you and your 3 badsenji's on here
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She is too cute… who are her sire and dam?..... I think I can guess... but would rather you tell me...
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welcome! your little girl is so cute! i would love to see if my kids were any good at agility. one day, i suppose. can't wait to see more pics!
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Welcome to the forum and great pictures.
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Thanks guys! I have to admit the agility people around her are quite smitten with her. She's had LOTS of socialization. I don't know about all areas of the country, but the agility people here are great with playing pass the puppy. I think it helps that most had never seen a basenji pup. That and Zpuppy's tendancy to walk into a room saying "I am the best thing going, so let's get this party started."
To answer Pat's question:
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Wow! She IS gorgeous. She has the same sire as the pup I am set to pick up in about a week!! Can hardly wait!!
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My pup's dam is a trindle - Djakomba's Trinket. I am so excited. It seems like I've waited an eternity…..
