Puppies take a lot of your time, and it really isn't fair to the pup unless you have that time to give. It's not good for any dog to spend too much time alone, especially locked in a crate. It can be disastrous for a pup. If you're home a lot, by all means get that special puppy, but if you spend much of your day away, an older dog might be the way to go. Of the five Basenjis I have owned, two I raised and three I adopted between the ages of eight months and three years. It was far easier to cope with already housebroken dogs and integrate them into our home. And down the road, if you do get a puppy, you will have a companion so the pup doesn't have to be alone.
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Hi my name is Tami and I grew up with the most unbeliveable friend! His name was "Fred"! Freddie was my older brothers college education Basenji-Queensland Heeler cross(1/2&1/2) He was the love of my life and I miss him. He paased on several years ago. But he was around long enough for my children to get a chance to love him too ! I would like information on resuces or other adoptions avalabile:) .
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Hello and welcome to the forum!! Best resource to go to find rescue basenji's is BRAT (Basenji Rescue and Transport) http://www.basenjirescue.org/
They have many wonderful dogs that are looking for a new family.
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If you are in Southern California, check out Medfly Rescue, http://www.basenjirescue.com
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Welcome to the forum. When you finally aquire your adoptee, let us know.
