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Two basenjis in GA need help; their human passed away.

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  • agilebasenjiA

    Does anyone know who the breeder of these pups are? That would be a good place to start if you have that info. They really look like a nice pair of pups. (The older ones tug at my heart so much!)

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  • V

    Hi everyone, this is Valerie again. I just want to say thanks to everyone for helping to get the word out about these two dogs. I only have the info that the owner gave me when I first met her in October. Since she passed away (Dec. 28), her father has been trying to help me find out what information he can get, but still can't find breeder info. I do remember from my conversation with Julie (the basenji's owner) that she bought them from a breeder somewhere in CA; she got Niles first, then Lulu a little while later. They have the same father and are both right around 11 years old. I walk these dogs M-F around 5pm and that is the only contact I have with these people. I was told that the father was desperate to get "rid" of the dogs and that he may put them in the shelter, but I honestly think that b/c of all the responses that I've reported to him that he will be patient and wait. I also think that he truly loves these dogs, but just can't handle the day-to-day duties of caring for a dog.
    I'm truly touched by all of the caring hearts out there. Thank you so much!

    Valerie Pegg

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  • lvossL

    Do we have permission to forward this information to other lists where someone may recognize these dogs as from one of their litters?

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  • V

    I'll ask the owner's father tomorrow when I go walk them and let you know.

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  • S

    I will keep a good thought for these 2.
    Its hard to see the old ones in need.

    Sharron Hurlbut

    BRAT, basenji rescue

    Evergreen basenji club

    Seattle Purebred Dog Rescue

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  • bellabasenjiB

    Ohhhh, so sad… I really wish the best for you in finding them good homes. Please keep us posted with updates!

    _**Lisa Lynn ![](images/smilies/smile.png "Smile")

    BRAT Basenji Rescue, &

    Mid-Atlantic Basenji Club**_

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  • V

    Hi everyone….great news! The basenji's have found a new home and are able stay together! Thanks to everyone for all of your help and for your wonderful hearts!
    Sincerely,
    Val

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  • agilebasenjiA

    Thank goodness! Please invite the new owner/s to drop by here.

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  • tanzaT

    @valeriepegg:

    Hi everyone….great news! The basenji's have found a new home and are able stay together! Thanks to everyone for all of your help and for your wonderful hearts!
    Sincerely,
    Val

    That is great news

    Pat Fragassi

    Tanza Basenjis

    www.tanzabasenjis.net

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  • bellabasenjiB

    Yea!!! I am so happy for these basenjis. And bless the souls for the ones who took them in… Thank them for us. :)

    _**Lisa Lynn ![](images/smilies/smile.png "Smile")

    BRAT Basenji Rescue, &

    Mid-Atlantic Basenji Club**_

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  • wizardW

    Yea - happy days!

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  • MacPackM

    Thank goodness. Please thank the good-hearted soul that adopted a pair of older dogs. Though I consider my 13 year old "middle aged"!

    Anne

    Anne in Tampa

    Chipley, Missy & Lucky

    Topper, Nicky & Eddie in the clouds

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  • AndrewA

    That's great news!

    Carrie & the Brindle Babes, Callie & Lola (Not Andrew)

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  • V

    Hi everyone, it's been a while and I hope this post finds everyone doing great!! I recently got an email from Niles' and Lulu's new owner and wanted to share the great news!
    They now live in peace and harmony with their new basenji sister, who is the same age as them. They have a 3 mile walk to the mailbox and back everyday (I think they live in the mountains in one of the Carolinas), and when they aren't walking, they are relaxing and enjoying life.
    Lulu went to the vet and it turns out that she had a pretty bad thyroid disorder. They are getting that under control quickly and she is gaining energy and losing weight.
    All in all, the dogs are in a great home with a wonderful man who understands the breed. I couldn't have asked for a better situation for them!
    Thank you to all of you for your help and guidance through this sad situation. A sad situation with a very happy ending!

    Sincerely,
    Valerie Pegg
    Best Fit Pet Sit Services
    Lawrenceville, GA
    www.bestfitpetsit.com

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  • MacPackM

    Thank you for this "Happy Ending" story. It is really nice to have the follow-up. Good job finding them a great home!

    Anne in Tampa

    Chipley, Missy & Lucky

    Topper, Nicky & Eddie in the clouds

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  • bellabasenjiB

    Thank you for the update, I am so happy for them!:D

    _**Lisa Lynn ![](images/smilies/smile.png "Smile")

    BRAT Basenji Rescue, &

    Mid-Atlantic Basenji Club**_

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  • wizardW

    Thanks for the news - so glad it turned out okay.

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  • snorky998S

    Valerie, thanks for the update and the good news. Niles and Lulu deserve a forever family and a great home. Thank you for all you did to placed these kids.

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  • YodelDogsY

    Thank you for the update. I love a happy ending. :)

    Robyn Dubbert

    Sherwood Basenjis

    One thing that I have learned in life is to accept that things are not all black or all white. Life is shades of gray and just because someone sees a different shade of gray than you do, it doesn't mean their shade is right or wrong, its just different. ~ Robyn Dubbert

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