Hi it's Maya's dad
I know we have quite a few of the members that are involved with Basenji Rescue, so just thought I would pass this on and give this brindle a chance to find a good home(got my second Basenji about 3 months ago or else would of adopted him myself) there's a brindle on Kijiji in London Ontario that needs re-homing follow link below:
http://ontario.kijiji.ca/c-pets-to-give-or-donate-Looking-for-a-single-male-to-adopt-my-dog-W0QQAdIdZ264698468

Thanks for reading
Ruben

Has anybody seen an Ethiopian Wolf and how similar in looks and traits they are to Basenji's? I was watching a Kratts brothers animal show and couldn't help but notice the character, hunting traits and a similar resemblance that they have to Basenji's. I have attached some pics and a video link, you be the judge.
Later
Ruben

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVrKwmXEPAE

In the pet stores here in Canada (some trainers have it as well) there is a cream that is like an invisible boot. Although our dogs don't like the snow, my main concern is the salt and what it does to their feet. Check with your local pet stores and see if they carry something similar. Basically you put this all natural cream on their paws and wipe them when they come back in.

@Andrew:

As far as diapers go, my breeder recommended this, as basenjis are quick to tear them off and the cost can add up.
Buy the smallest size boy's toddler underpants you can find. Cut a hole for the tail. Put a pantyliner in. I bought a 5 pack last year, and since you can custom cut the hole, it stays on a little better. I got the 2T size & had to safety pin it so it wouldn't fall off of Callie, but it was $3 for 5 & well worth it.

Thanks so much. I had another friend recommend this as well. Maya still tried to chew them, but it's much easier on the pocket book : )

Thanks. One more week then : )

Not sure if I posted this under the right heading, but this seemed the closest. Maya is currently "in heat". As of Friday, it will have been 3 weeks. How long do they stay in heat? We want to have her fixed but I can't remember how long it lasts. So far I've some up with 21 days for most breeds, but I know Basenji's can be different. She's chewed through 2 diapers now and I can't wait for it to be over.

Thanks for your info.

Ruth

Hi
Do you still have the male basenji's? We have been looking for a male, do you have any more pics and info on these boys such as weight and traits that they have?

Thanks
Ruben

@bernicem77:

I'm not sure if you found a male, but BRAT has two males available in Ontario.

Thank you. Just saw the latest dog post.

@Rocky1:

Don't worry anyone,Dogs are coming home to me here at Jaroufa Hounds.
Richard always knew that he could bring dogs back and his son finally found me.
Anubis and Anuket will stay with me until a home is found or I will keep them .

Kathryn

Are they still available? How old are they? We presently have a 20 month old r/w well behaved basenji that we are thinking about getting a playmate for. Brindle is prefered but will consider another r/w or Tri from as young as a puppy to 2 years old male.
Thank you
Ruben

@talleywacker:

I have a 5 y/o brindle Basenji male for sale. He is AKC, very sweet, doesn't cause any trouble, GREAT with little kids and is a beautiful dog. 918.917.0377
Can email or text pics upon request.

Has he been tested for Falconi? Where are you located, does he get along with other dogs and would love to see pics please.

Thank you
Ruben

We currently have a female red and white. She will be 2 years old in December. We reside in Ontario. We would like to get Maya a playmate. We are thinking a young male (up to a year old) would be easier to bring into the family and easier to train (and Maya might accept him more). Prefer a Brindle or Tri colour, if possible. I'm hesitant with all the "nextdaypets" and related websites, but I do know I've seen postings on there. I have looked at the Basenji rescue website, but they are all states based.

Thanks for your help.

Ruth

Anyone know if Basenji's are known for weak stomachs? We are really worried about out Maya. She has been up just about every hour the past two nights because she has the runs and her tummy seems to ache. She isn't one to have accidents but the past couple of days she's had to relieve herself in the house and in our truck (she has just gone out maybe 10 - 20 minutes before this happened. We are extremely worried. Now, we have rabbits that appear in our backyard from time to time and we caught Maya eating rabbit poop (I guess because it looks like dog food pellets???). Could this be what is causing the runs. We have not changed her food and we have not changed her routine either. She is 5 months old.

Thanks.

Only happened once someone asked if Maya was a pure bred chihuahua I was so dumbfounded did not even know what to say! :eek:

Thank you for the help. I really appreciate everyone's input. Our plan is to have her spayed so we'll see if the vet can take care of the hernia then. (We'd love to breed her, but I just don't think we would be able to put in the care and planning with breeding. But Basenji's are so adorable, it's hard to say no to breeding.)

Maya will be 12 weeks old on Saturday. We have changed around her food trying to find a good fit. Right now we are on Evo. She is only eating around 1/2 cup of food per day. Are some Basenji puppies like that and they only graze? Could her teeth be bothering her? We're worried about her. Any info you could help me out with would be appreciated.

Our B Maya had a small hernia when we got her. The breeder's vet noticed it and our vet checked it out and said that it was small as well and if we were getting her spayed, he'd fix it then. Now the hernia seems to have gotten bigger and we don't know if it is only because she has gotten bigger herself. Does anyone know if the reason the hernia looks bigger is because she has gotten bigger herself, or would it be that the hernia itself has gotten bigger? I appreciate any info you can give us.

Thanks.

Ruth

@Schouiffy:

look at those wrinkles!!!! exceptionally cute pup.. who is her breeder?

Breeder is in Canada. Her name is Bev.

Here is a picture of Maya. She turned 10 weeks old on Saturday.

We are currently using IAM's, which I thought was great, until I read that it has corn in it and is not really good for dogs. What dog food brands do you use? Also, Maya doesn't seem to eat very much, so we are thinking it's the food, or do Basenji puppies just not eat that much to start. We're just worried about her and want to give her good food and make sure she's eating enough. Any thoughts/help would be appreciated.

Thanks so much for the warm welcome. In reference to a couple of people's inquiries/questions; We are from Ontario, Canada. We have our first appointment with our Vet (the earliest we could get) today (Friday) and will be getting the appropriate testing done to ensure her health. I will post pictures soon.