@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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Basenjis and sunburn
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I was going to add this on as a comment on another post, but thought it more fair to post it on its own.
Has anyone had any sunburn problems with their basenjis? I'm curious, as their coats are so minimal.
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sometimes on the muzzle or belly, but never severe.
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2 of mine get pink on the white patch right before their nose - I put sunscreen on them. My 3rd has thicker fur so she doesn't need sunscreen.
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My Kristii had very, very short hair… never had a problem with sunburn in her 15+ years
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My first Basenji had pink nose which would blister and scab from the summer sun. I used to get it tattooed black but it would peal and lose the black and scab up again. The vet said to keep the dog out of the sun. Yeah right! Good luck on that one.
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The vet said to keep the dog out of the sun. Yeah right! Good luck on that one.
Isn't that the truth. :D:D:D