@ChristyRutherford: When I went to Thailand, the dogs there looked very basenji like. It was hard to see them in the shape they were. Definitly not spoiled as dogs are here. Very thin and most had mange. They are wild there, and you dont pet them, they just kinda run around like squirrles or raccoons. It was very hard for me to see them. I took some pictures, of the healthier ones. I will try and find them. They tended to stay at the temples "temple dogs" because the Monks would care, somewhat, for them. The ones running in towns and villages were much worse looking, some. I would have taken them all home. Goes to show what how different people (not just "us/them) but all of us are different form each other. The guide and I had a wonderful time comparing and contrasting our cultures. I let her know how I treat my dog, and although she said it was nice and she liked dogs, I knew she thought I was crazy. I know what you mean. I was in there a couple of summers ago. Some of the dogs at the temple had mange so bad that they were missing a good portion of their fur not mention the number of dogs wondering around with limps and crooked limbs from being hit by bikes and cars. Funny story…before I went with UT the students from the University there came and two of them stayed with my parents. I brought them over to my apartment to hang out one evening and they went wild for Manning. I mean they took picture after picture and didn't want to put him down. Poor Rascal, my mutt, was sitting there like "hey what about me?" Finally, they explained how the King in Thailand has basenjis and has made them very popular. They were even wearing polo shirts with little stitched pictures of the King's dog on them. Here is a link about the King's dog Tongdaeng, a basenji mix. There is a great book called The Story of Tongdaeng. Inside the book are pictures of the king surrounded by Tongdaeng and his other basenjis. Here is a link that tells some of the story. http://www.bangkokpost.com/60yrsthrone/litterary/index.html I have to say…the Thai monarchy has gained my respect!:D

oh my god. lol who knew.

Welcome! Looking forward to seeing your pups!

Welcome…looking forward to seeing and hearing more about you and your pups!

Anne, No, actually, that's good advice. One of those things that is easy to let slip from your mind when the majority of your dog work is with lab and shepherd mixes- Breeds you generally can just push through issues with and continue requesting desired behaviors. I'm trying to think of the basenji more like my cat than a dog. Wonderful boy, loves me, appreciates the food, but I would be out of my mind to think I really own him. We're a working partnership at best, haha. He's what made me think a Basenji might be the right choice for me. I looked at all the negatives and realized that I already live with one in a cat costume. (Or maybe Basenjis just seem like cats in dog costumes? I'm not sure what I think yet. ;) )

Welcome to the forum Anthony, Whiskey, Pudding and family, both your dogs are very cute. I'm sorry they don't get along anymore, but what a great thing of you to do to adjust your home for them. I applauded you for that, you are much better than most.

Beautiful pup! Welcome!

I am sorry to say that you really do need to do the blood work on your basenji to get the true answer. The good news is once you have it, you can adjust to whatever you need to do. Hugs dear.

@Scampy: Hello, everyone! I am so excited to have stumbled upon this forum! I belonged to Basenji Companions until last year, and I miss the community and advice. I have one basenji, a 10-year-old red & white male named Toby. I adopted him six years ago as a "golden opportunity" dog when his show/breeding days were over. He shares the house with three humans and a cat. (We may be inheriting another cat, but don't tell him…I'd sort of promised him a little sister.) Any other west Michigan folk out there? I was born in Kalamazoo! Welcome to the forum! Tabatha

We will be happy to help you with any issues you have re your new b. Welcome

Thanks for your warm welcome! I'll ask my daughter to take some digital pics of our Sheba to post! We'll try to get some good forehead wrinkles – when she's got those terrific ears up and forward! Her tail's straight and droopy, though -- that's where the "mix" really shows! So far -- she sometimes reminds me very much of a cat (I know far more about kitties than basenjis.) Even the way she bats a tennis ball about -- "soccer-style" -- is quite feline. But she is NOT aloof. She's definitely a people pooch! A snuggler. I am delighted she's joined the family. Will post pics soon, I hope -- Thanks -- Sheba's Mom

Welcome! This is a fun site, whether he's mixed or not, to learn about the breed and have some fun too. They are unique!

Welcome to the forum! We look forward to hearing all about you and your Calli! There are a lot of very nice people here. Pat

Oh the waiting game is the worst! Hoping time flies by so you can go pick up your little one! He is certainly a looker :)

Welcome! I love your web site and all the photos, your basenjis are very beautiful. Your life must be very interesting, I hope to hear about many of your adventures. And your English is very good! Anne in Florida

Hi Carol, Glad you found this! I've been on for awhile. Don't worry about your tech skills, it's pretty straightforward…. Terry

Yea! more from Ohio. Post Pics and welcome.

Welcome to the forum and looking forward to pictures when you get a chance. You'll find lots of fun items and great tips to help with coping with your beasties.

Welcome…she's a cutie!

Hi and welcome! I love Monica's photos on the B-pix list! Lovely dogs. Anne in Tampa