New member adopting a rescue Basenji
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 15:16 last edited by
Hello, My husband, son and I are in the process of adopting a rescued Basenji, female, 10 yrs young. She is healthy. We have had dogs in the past, the last one died almost 2 yrs ago–cocker spaniel--and this is our first Basenji. We have been reading info provided by BRAT (Basenji rescue) and are looking for any helpful info. She is still with her foster mom and we have only seen pictures of her and her bio. We are to talk to her foster mom in the next day or so. Thank you
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 15:36 last edited by
Hello, My husband, son and I are in the process of adopting a rescued Basenji, female, 10 yrs young. She is healthy. We have had dogs in the past, the last one died almost 2 yrs ago–cocker spaniel--and this is our first Basenji. We have been reading info provided by BRAT (Basenji rescue) and are looking for any helpful info. She is still with her foster mom and we have only seen pictures of her and her bio. We are to talk to her foster mom in the next day or so. Thank you
Welcome and thank you for adopting a senior. They deserve the best. :)
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 15:42 last edited by
Are you going through BRAT? What is the B's name that you were thinking about adopting?
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 16:08 last edited by
welcome! and congrats on your new B :) I'm sure you will learn a lot here! Read up on a lot of the Behavior Threads & this will give you a good sense about what B's are like :D
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 16:57 last edited by
Welcome. This is a great place to learn about Basenjis, quirks and all. Read up and let us know when you get your new baby!
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 17:03 last edited by
You are about to rescue the best breed of dog in the world, I think anyways. They do however, take alot of patience, but well worth it. They are the most affectionate dogs I have ever seen, and the smartest. My baby, Sahara, is 1 on the 31st, and I have only had a few issues with her, but we are working those out. My hubby and I often talk about how this dog has enlightened our lives, you can have a bad day and come home to this most loyal and loving pet and all is good with the world. She is the best, and thank you for thinking about the rescue, I hope you will adopt.
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 17:09 last edited by
Good luck with your new family member! I think Basenjis are wonderful and this resource has been an excellent place for me to learn more about my pup.
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 21:20 last edited by
Well we are looking at two, Hunny and Jojo but are leaning towards Jojo. Hunny isin PA and Jojo is in FL. Jojo is 10 and Hunny is 9. Thank you for your response.
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 21:23 last edited by
Thank you for your response. I am happy to hear from others about how "up lifting" they can be and sweet.
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 21:35 last edited by
I read both of their profiles and both sound like they would make wonderful additions. Kudos again for adopting an older dog, it's so hard for them to find forever homes and they do so deserver one.
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 21:40 last edited by
Thank you for your input. All "positive reenforcement" for us is much welcomed.
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wrote on 24 Jan 2007, 23:39 last edited by
I read both of their profiles and both sound like they would make wonderful additions. Kudos again for adopting an older dog, it's so hard for them to find forever homes and they do so deserver one.
Where did you get their profiles?? Are Hunny and Jojo listed in the BRAT website? You're quick spitfire. ;)
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wrote on 25 Jan 2007, 00:55 last edited by
Yes, they both are listed in BRAT.
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wrote on 25 Jan 2007, 01:45 last edited by
That is so awesome. I would rescue them all if I could! Basenji's are truly special creatures. You will know once you have her. My husband took ours to have her teeth cleaned this morning before I left for work. And it was the worst feeling that she wasn't by my feet as I ate my breakfast and got ready. It was a nice reminder of how much she means to me and how much she brings to my life. They are such intelligent little creatures with such large personalities. I can't wait to hear all your stories!! Best wishes!
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wrote on 25 Jan 2007, 16:48 last edited by
Hi,
I've just checked their pages on brat's webpage. They both look adorable. You can't make a wrong choice. Older pals are just great. Congrats!!! -
wrote on 25 Jan 2007, 19:10 last edited by
I'm so happy to know you are rescuing a b. Way to GO!!!!!
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wrote on 29 Jan 2007, 12:45 last edited by
have you made a decision yet? bess is a beautiful girl on there as well…how exciting!
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wrote on 29 Jan 2007, 13:26 last edited by
Yes, we are adopting Jojo. She is in FL right now but we will be getting soon hopefully. You can see her in BRAT. I will be posting some pics when she arrives. We are soo excited. Never had a B before so I am sure we will be using the help found here from all you wonderful people. Thanks so much for the encourgement.
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wrote on 29 Jan 2007, 14:12 last edited by
Congrats!!! I am sure you are extremely excited!!
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wrote on 29 Jan 2007, 14:18 last edited by
Welcome, great forum and good people. Nice to see the BRAT rescue:cool: ….......congrats.
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