I have had the pleasure of owning both breeds. There is another forum member here who also has a basenji and a Shiba. Lol, they are both very stubborn breeds. Depending on what you want they are very different though. Shibas need a lot of care for grooming, they blow a lot of coat and can get matted fur, on the other hand they make a very good watch dog. Basenjis don't bark but make a multitude of other noises. Their coat is nice and short for less grooming, though they too blow coat, just not as bad as a Shiba. They both maintain puppy characteristics their whole lives and live long lives. I think our Shiba was 16 when we lost her. Both need a lot of socialization, with both people and dogs. This is a must. Good luck with whatever breed you choose. Look at parents for temperament and do your reading on health problems and make sure you adopt from a reputable breeder.
Hello form Laura in Maryland
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Hi Laura, I was always hoping to find you on this forum- I love your basenji's and your website is great… I am awaiting my new B baby in a few weeks, who knows- maybe in a year or two when I am ready to have a second we can talk and pick your brain. Welcome and great to see your on the forum.
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Thanks Guys it is great to be here. I just found out about this forum while playing on the internet. I don't know how I missed it before.
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Chealsie508 Contact me privatley and we can talk more about my guys and planned litters. It will not be until next fall or later.
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hi Laura,
I look forward to learning from you on 'all things basenji'. Nice to meet you.
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Welcome! As a nonbreeder, I love having knowledgeable folks around to learn from. Glad you found us!
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Hey Laura… welcome
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Welcome from the UK, Laura.
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Welcome to the forum, Laura!
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Welcome to the forum Laura!!
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Hi Laura! I wondered why you weren't on here, glad you found it!
Lively discussions, and much loved Basenjis all over the world.
Terry
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Hi Laura
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Welcome Laura, nice to have you onboard.
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Welcome to the forum!
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Welcome to the forum Laura
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Welcome to the forum. It's good to read the posts from breeders that appear here, because all your suggestions and information is welcome to all of us non-breeders.
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Welcome to the forum
