I think that a basenji puppy and a two-year-old is a recipe for disaster for many reasons. Both require and crave lots of attention, neither one can be reasoned with, both will want to play with the same toy, both can be stubborn, and the list goes. It is far too much to expect a two-year-old to understand how to get along with any puppy, especially a basenji puppy. If your heart is set on a basenji puppy, then I think you should wait until your child is at least five or six years old.Children that age understand what you are saying about the puppy and you can explain to them why you are saying it. I agree with the person who suggested getting an older basenji or how about a puppy of another breed? t one time in my life I had a basenji and a mixed breed, and they got along beautifully.
You may love all the traits of this breed but I was suggest that you talk to owners and their experiences with the basenjis and young children. One cannot count on even the best breeders to give you the full story. Please don't get me wrong. I've had three basenjis and adored them all. I got the first one when my youngest daughter was seven. You don't have to wait that long but two years old is too young, imho. Good luck.
WANTED IN VA, R/W basenji pet
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Hi, I'm an experienced Basenji owner and looking to share my loving home with a basenji companion. House trained prefered. Falconi clear please.Can pay to responsible owner/breeder
Lori -
Have you filled out a application for BRAT?
or there is the cutest rw B mix in VA
http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=11956340Who sounds amazing.. the shelter said he is very Basenji (doesn't sound like he barks) and there is virtually no risk for Fanconi disease because he is a cross.
or if you desire a responsibly breed B from a breeder you should look to the BCOA's breeders list @ http://www.basenji.org/
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This breeder has a four year old brindle girl ready for adoption - She might be a good match since you are Basenji experienced. Do you have any pets right now? http://www.itzyu.com
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These two are available also:
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Let us know what you decide…we are here to help you with any issues you might have.
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Mauigirl… AH!! Those puppies are SOOOOOOOOOO cute!! Don't post any more links like that-- they're too hard to resist!!
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Lori, look at the newest rescue post, a nice young basenji in North Carolina!
Give Rebecca a call!
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This one, right? Looks good, Lori…
