Skip to content
Basenji Forums
  1. Home
  2. Basenji Puppy Pen
  3. Responsible Breeders

Responsible Breeders

Basenji Puppy Pen
  • tanzaT

    Once again it is getting to that time of year that people are "thinking" about maybe getting a puppy. Regardless of what breed you might be thinking of including Basenjis, it is important that you go to a responsible breeder.

    Please visit this link on how (and why) to find a responsible breeder

    http://www.tanzabasenjis.net/selectbreeder.html

    Pat Fragassi

    Tanza Basenjis

    www.tanzabasenjis.net

    0
  • nomrbddgsN

    Pat, I've also been guiding them here and asking them to become members so they can learn a little more about Basenji's than they already know. Many people thinking of this breed think they are barkless, odorless, and are trainable! After reading a few threads they either come back and say no way, or show me where to go from here.

    Arlene, the Basenji Brats with the Boxenji![](images/smilies/biggrin.png "Big Grin")

    0

Suggested Topics

  • TimesthemythT

    2 separate questions in one: Choosing a breeder, and EU health testing.

    Basenji Puppy Pen
    11
    0 Votes
    11 Posts
    30k Views
    TimesthemythT
    Thanks for the responses, glad I wasn't the only one feeling 'paranoid' about it.
  • G

    Looking for good breeder in OK/KS/TX general area

    Basenji Puppy Pen
    9
    0 Votes
    9 Posts
    8k Views
    D
    Have you checked breeders on the BCOA-Basenji Club of America website? Jennifer
  • K

    Shout out for my breeder in Louisville KY. I LOVE HIM!!!

    Basenji Puppy Pen
    11
    0 Votes
    11 Posts
    15k Views
    MeisterhausM
    I appreciate each of your posts and wanted to write and let you know how much I appreciate each of them. Best, Tad
  • B

    Does this breeder sound reputable?

    Basenji Puppy Pen
    113
    0 Votes
    113 Posts
    62k Views
    DebraDownSouthD
    @debbi: For the record, BRAT does not do Fanconi marker testing because we can not afford it. If we tested each basenji that came into rescue each year, it would cost over $30,000 per year. Our adoption fees do not begin to cover our direct vetting expenses as it is. This is the primary reason BRAT does not test. In addition, the test is not 100% accurate. debbi j. @debbi: I don't see this as BRAT bashing. I am involved in the making of BRAT policy, and I know that is not the main reason. You may have heard this from individual BRAT members, but the opinion of individual members does not stand for the organization. debbi j. So are you saying BRAT doesn't do it because of finances but would let it be done if funds? Or are you saying it doesn't do it because of finances but also wouldn't allow it even if they had funds due to the "labeling." I don't care if it is a MAIN reason, I care if BRAT would prohibit a rescuer testing dogs they foster or if people raised money to help BRAT test rescues.
  • tanzaT

    Breeders Screening buyers… The Right Puppy for the Right Family

    Basenji Puppy Pen
    3
    0 Votes
    3 Posts
    4k Views
    KahirahK
    Good reading, very important for people buying a pup to know they have a responsible breeder.
  • G

    How To Find A Breeder

    Basenji Puppy Pen
    6
    0 Votes
    6 Posts
    5k Views
    dmcartyD
    I have to say there are some folks in the midwest who 'sound' like they are ok but are not - if you want to email me off list happy to provide references for lots of reputable b folks. dmcarty100@yahoo.com