@basenjicurious
It’s great that you’re doing your homework on the basenji. I think the reason you read all these “horror stories” is because they are not your typical dog. They are a beautiful and highly intelligent breed with a very strong prey drive. My Kembe is my first basenji but I was familiar with the breed because my brothers were basenji owners. I got her when she was 1years old - she was returned to the breeder by the previous owners. Kembe has never been destructive, she has free reign of our house, and I can leave her at home alone. It’s extremely important to exercise them regularly - especially exercise and stimulate their minds, and establish a routine (I can set my watch to my dog). They are definitely trainable - it scares me to see how smart she is and also well behaved. Basenjis are extremely lovable and hilariously funny. If I have a treat that my dog especially likes - she will do her whole “repertoire of tricks” without me even asking her. She dances to let me know it’s time to eat and will sit right next to me and hit me with her paw when she wants to go for her walk.
I think our basenji chose us - when we went to the breeders home to look at her - She jumped up next to my husband on the couch and curled up! I was sold on her! I really hope you find a basenji that right for you!
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WTB Basenji Puppy
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Hello to all I am new at this forums. I live in Oakley C.A. and would like to ask anyone out there know where I can get a puppy from a good breeder that is near me. I just want it as a family pet not for show dog. thank you.
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This is a great time to have found the forum b/c there are LOTS of people here who are very willing to help you do your homework. There are also a lot of good breeders in NorCal. 90% of basenjis breed once a year in the fall so breeders likely have their plans set, health testing done, and they're making waiting lists.
Some links:
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Hi and welcome to the list…. You are really close to me and I am planning a litter as is another fairly local forum member. Please visit our site, I have a questionnaire if you care to fill out. Site is www.tanzabasenjis.net and then go to 2008 Litter Plans. The other site is http://kineticbasenjis.tripod.com/, who is in Woodland.
Are you familiar with Basenjis? Have you met any in person? That is also a good place to start, visiting with breeders and/or people that have Basenjis. Also you might want to check out our No. Ca Basenji club site and consider visiting at any of our events. That site is www.norcalbasenjis.org -
Hi sackman and welcome to the forum. I highly recommend both Tanza Basenjis and Kinetic Basenjis. You won't go wrong with either one of them.
