@debradownsouth Thank you for the kind words but I have to admit... I take young adults for my own convenience. I simply don't have time, stamina or energy to deal with the pups as adorable as they are. Having a puppy is like having a baby or too! Did I mention I was not into children and babies or can you guess?lol. I love the retirees. they are already used to crates (although Ollie is now somewhat recalcitrant about getting into hers because she would rather hang out with her now "Mom", lol!! They travel well. They are usually somewhat used to people. Ollie is not used to playing by herself and is just getting used to "big" breeds. She doesn't get the commands "sit, down or stay" yet but we are working on it. She is the champ of the "heel" command however!!
New kid in Virginia
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Hi All!
I am a retired Air Force officer, currently living in Northern Virginia (for the fourth time – I actually went to high school here for a couple of years eons ago). I have always had cats (and recently lost our cat of 18 years to old age), but my husband is very allergic to cats so we are considering a dog. My kids are out of the house (one married and the other at college), I am mostly retired but my husband is still working and travels quite a bit, so my interest is in a companion animal.
Basenjis interest me based on their size, low grooming needs, and independent nature -- I don't want a dog that is a couch potato or terrified of the world! I look forward to learning more about the breed (I've checked out the BRAT web site, and several breeders' sites) and meeting some owners. -
Welcome!! The forum is such a great resource. It will be especially helpful as you start to do your homework towards getting a pup.
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Welcome to our community! There is plenty of information and great members always willing to help.
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Welcome to the forum! B's are great
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Welcome! What part of Northern VA if I may ask? My boyfriend & I are both from the area & recently I moved back up to MD from Florida.
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We're in the area too! Let me know if you want to have a meet up!!
If you're going to be around, the Reston Town Center is having a Pet Fiesta (and Dog Walk) this Saturday from 10am-4pm. We'll be the ones with the two basenji's…
hahahah...I would definitely recommend meeting the breed in person, if you haven't done so already. This forum is great- it will show you all the woes, laughs, and loves that come with having a Basenji in your family.
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We're in the area too! Let me know if you want to have a meet up!!
If you're going to be around, the Reston Town Center is having a Pet Fiesta (and Dog Walk) this Saturday from 10am-4pm. We'll be the ones with the two basenji's… hahahah...I would definitely recommend meeting the breed in person, if you haven't done so already. This forum is great- it will show you all the woes, laughs, and loves that come with having a Basenji in your family.
Oh man!!! I know exactly where that is as my boyfriend lived in Ashburn prior to us moving to Florida last year. Too bad I am out of the state until Saturday night
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Welcome. So glad you have found this forum. It is a wealth of information for you as you consider if this great breed will be a good fit in your life.
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Thanks – I'll stop by. Reston Town Center isn't too far from me. If I don't see any Basenjis tomorrow, I'm going to try to get to the MD outing on 1 June.
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Thanks – I'll stop by. Reston Town Center isn't too far from me. If I don't see any Basenjis tomorrow, I'm going to try to get to the MD outing on 1 June.
The one in Westminster?
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Hopefully Lexi & Miles made a good impression on you, LadyEagle1998!!
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Welcome! I strongly agree that you should meet a B in person. They are very catlight in their movements, and Cyrus even grooms himself like a cat. Cyrus is very independent, but also very strong-willed. To further complicate matters, he is clever and good at gettting his own way. If you want a challenging yet loving breed, a B is a good choice. Once a B decides you are a worthwhile human being, they are very devoted but not in a needy way like some other breeds. Enjoy the forum!
