@jonny:

HAnsel ran right up to Riley and said " heellllooooo" . It surprised us both so much we just stared at each other and laughed. When my son told his dad, he just kinda when " huh". Tonite HAnsel said helloo to my husband. Blew him away.

Doesn't surprise me a bit. He was always encouraged when he spoke, and he can get some pretty cool sounds. He usually yawns in the morning too. He will also do the yawn if he doesn't want to do something you tell him to do, but will do it anyway. Just his interesting way, I guess. I am glad you are getting to see his personality. Has your husband taken him for a ride yet? It was the way I always could bring him into stores, so he ended up loving it. I got it from seeing some photos of Africans carrying their b's like that.

Thanks for keeping the updates going!

Brandon

thank you for the pictures. Knowing Ansel is going to have a family really makes me happy! You can call him anything you like. He also goes by doodle or punk. It looks like he is going to be super comfortable. I am happy. Baroooo

I am happy to pass on any information about Ansel. This has been the hardest decision for me to make. I just know that being with a family suits Ansels life style. He is such a happy dog, and well behaved. He does do some fetching, and if you look at my photo, he loves to ride on your back. I miss him everyday, but I cannot believe that my life is the best one for him. I am just too busy, and living in a country where dogparks are just not available, and apartment life is the norm. I am sure he will be happy. If I could ask only one favor. Occasionally send me a photo. It is the only self=serving thing I am asking. I just want to remind myself I did the right thing! Having seen a dog born, and then raising him, and going through many good and bad times together… well I just will never forget Ansel Adams (pretty as a picture)... my boy. I am sure he will bring you great pleasure, and I am sure that the life he will lead in your care will surpass what I can currently provide him. Thank you to everyone who helped Ansel. He is really amazing, and I am wagging my tail knowing he is going to be getting all of the attention I would give him, and much more. I can't wait for your son to meet him!!!!!!!!

Brandon

I have contacted dash, I am awaiting his reply. I really appreciate the support!!!

Brandon

@nomrbddgs:

Will the breeder not take him back? Just wondering.

In a complicated story, I was in fact the breeder.

Believe me, I do not want to let Ansel go, but I cannot be selfish, as his life would be miserable in Korea. I thought this forum would be a good place to find him a new home, where he can be happy, and have access to running space. My original breeder is trying to help me, as he is a wonderful person, and breeds amazing dogs.

Ansel is living in Indianapolis. Write to me and I can tell you all about him.

I do not want to deal with basenji rescue for my own personal reasons. I prefer talking to people directly or people my origional breeder introduces me to. Ansel is far to special for me to just let him fly into the wind. He was born into my hands!! Believe me if Korea would be a good environment for him, he would be here. Unfortunately (and it kills me) I just have to face the fact that it would be horrible for him. As much as I want to be selfish and have him, the best thing for me to do is find him a good family for the next 10+ years of his life.
bizrandom@hotmail.com

I have had Ansel since he was born, but have had to move to Korea. He is 5 years old, I fixed him last summer. He has always had great care. There are many amazing qualities I can tell you about.bizrandom@hotmail.com

I have to place my boy, he is residing in Indiana. I owned his mother, and he was born into my hands. I dearly hate having to find him a new home, but I now live in Korea, and am unable to bring him over like I thought I would. He is staying with my brother and his family right now, and I would like to place him soon. He is 5, neutered last year. Good with children and most other dogs. Write me and I will tell you more about Ansel.

@lvoss:

That is not entirely true. Man has played a role in basenji evolution. Basenjis may not have been selectively bred in the same sense as some other purebred dogs but tribesman have played a role in which basenjis breed and which don't. Basenjis live with humans in Africa and need to have adapted to living with humans. Humans have played a role in shaping that adaptation.

Yes the reasearch I have done over the years has basically come down to this… Good hunters and useful basenjis - ALIVE, bad dogs - Stew pot (sorry if this disturbs some of you)

Add this to our breeding programs over the last 80+ years, and one has to conclude that this is a "groomed?" pariah dog

Mornings, several harumph yawns, followed of course by a good shake.

Company, huge baroos, especially for girls!!

When he doesn't want to do something but will do it anyway - a very directed yawning haaarrrumphhh

cage - if I don't get him out in time, or I am outside mowing or any other time he knows I am there - a screaming dying 2 year old child sound that would make anyone think he was being tortured in the most awful way.