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  • basenjiprinceB

    Thank you all for the info and comments. I have tried to start some of them. I have been playing alot more outside with him and also making the crate a "good" place. any time he does something good or gets a treat it goes in the crate. ive also pulled the crate out of the bathroom while we are home so that he can explore and realize it is always out besides just when he has to go inside when we leave. he has done ALOT better. no chewing on the crate and only a little bit of pee. things are getting better… thank goodness!!!

    Melissa and her "B" Buddi

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  • thunderbird8588T

    Great stuff Melissa, sounds like things are improving.

    Shelley

    Basenji Malaika

    Basenji Malaika
    Basenji Kwame

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  • renaultf1R

    Fantastic Melissa…it is so great that you really committed to helping him thru the problems. Please keep us posted. :):):)

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  • BasenjimammaB

    Sounds like there is light at the end of the tunnel, great news. I am glad things are looking up. yes , please do keep us posted.

    Petra and Pippin

    with Otis in my heart…

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  • Buddys PalB

    Hey Melissa, How did it go over the weekend? Did you get it to where the enclosed area can be his place while you are at work? I have had a B for 71/2 months now. They are unique on the one hand with some breed specifics, but a dog none the less. Any dog needs exercise and mental stimulation(esp B's! A tired Basenji is a Happy One!) and since they are social animals, they need companionship. It sounds like you are strapped financially like us all, but I can only offer you three alternatives: 1)doggy day care or a sitter, 2)another dog, 3)get him to a home where his needs will be met. It's not to be mean or belittle you, it is just that being fustrated is not healthy for you mentally or physically, nor your little boy.

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