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BOOK - Collected Kona: Brief Takes on a Basenji

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  • pacificNWbasenjiP

    A friend of mine just published a book telling about life with one of her basenjis, I highly recommend picking up a copy!

    A great value at only $10! Support your local basenji community!

    Description: Originally appearing as breed columns in the American Kennel Club's AKC Gazette magazine, Marcia Woodard's funny and touching stories of her dog Kona combine to give a portrait not only of crazy Kona, but of Marcia, her husband, and their extended Basenji family. With full-color photographs to showcase the beauty of this ancient African breed, Collected Kona appeals to all lovers of animals, as well as fans of the famous "barkless" dog.

    http://www.amazon.com/Collected-Kona-Brief-Takes-Basenji/dp/061539518X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1287032008&sr=8-1

    Libby

    Pacific Rim Basenjis

    Owned by:

    ♥ Dude aka BIF CH N'focus Polar Express SC, AOM - 4 yrs red/white boy

    ♥ Ono aka CH Khani's Teazer Hollaback Girl AOM - 3 yrs black/white girl

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  • ArwenA

    Just saw this on twitter. Looks entertaining.

    Mom to B.R.A.T rescue, Nayru. 4 yrs in 2010\. Tail-waggin' is her middle name.![](images/smilies/smile.png "Smile") And failed foster, Batman, the chiweenie(?) boy.

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  • K

    Just received and read my copy. I loved it, but I want more stories! There are not many stories, but they are funny, had me laughing out loud, and so true about Basenjis. Definately worth it.

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