We recently lost our other Basenji (both lived to almost 17).
Our sons had this painting done for us. The position is a little funky on Rio, but overall, the artist captured their likeness.

Bad timing as we just had to make that decision a few days ago (well, the vet confirmed the direction).

She was 16 last Christmas Day, so almost 16-1/2.

We’ve been dealing with exactly what you listed (less the seizures), and what finally happened is she kept falling/barely could get up....and after a day, we realized she couldn’t open her mouth. She’d walk to the food/water area and stand over the bowls but not eat/drink. Poor thing. Once we realized that, we went to the vet the next morning and one look at her, the vet said those terrible words...“it’s time”:(. Which we knew.

This is our 2nd B. First one made it just over 17!

It is no fun and sorry you have to go through it soon.

Us too…..The funny thing too was that they stayed right there while we ran to get the camera and take the picture. Usually when they are doing something camera-worthy, by the time we get the camera, they have moved.

Rio (tri) is quite the "character". I think she was the runt of the litter, but she has been the best!

Saw this picture of our dogs just sitting on the stairway! It was a funny sight.

Here is a video clip we took a few days after we brought Rio home. Rex was not adjusting to her very well at first. He growled and snapped every time she approached him. This video was the first day he came around. Now they chase each other around the house all of the time. If you have speakers, turn them on to hear the added music.

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Thanks for all the welcome messages!

PS - Thanks for the edit admin! I like the pics in the message body better. Not sure how to do that.

Yeah, these weren't the best pics since I'm at work, but wanted to post one of each with the intro. Rex loves the Florida sunshine and Rio does have some crazy positions!

Thanks.

Just following forum orders and making an introduction.

We have 2 Basenjis…..Rex the Red, who is around 6 years old and Rio (tri color), who will be 2 on Christmas Day.

It sure is funny to read a lot of the posts about this breed as we have gone through it all too....the good and the bad! Luckily, the good way outweighs the bad at this point!

Look forward to participating in this forum.

Thanks!