I think that a basenji puppy and a two-year-old is a recipe for disaster for many reasons. Both require and crave lots of attention, neither one can be reasoned with, both will want to play with the same toy, both can be stubborn, and the list goes. It is far too much to expect a two-year-old to understand how to get along with any puppy, especially a basenji puppy. If your heart is set on a basenji puppy, then I think you should wait until your child is at least five or six years old.Children that age understand what you are saying about the puppy and you can explain to them why you are saying it. I agree with the person who suggested getting an older basenji or how about a puppy of another breed? t one time in my life I had a basenji and a mixed breed, and they got along beautifully.
You may love all the traits of this breed but I was suggest that you talk to owners and their experiences with the basenjis and young children. One cannot count on even the best breeders to give you the full story. Please don't get me wrong. I've had three basenjis and adored them all. I got the first one when my youngest daughter was seven. You don't have to wait that long but two years old is too young, imho. Good luck.
NJ breeders
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Hi, I’m new here.
Does anyone know any breeders along the jersey shore? I’m in south-east NJ (south ocean county) & would love to find more basenji breeders to choose from.
I see there’s a couple of great ones in/near NJ, but both are 2 hrs or more from me. I will drive if I have to, but I just want to explore more options & don’t love the idea of stressing a puppy with a long drive. ...Finding a great breeder is obviously high priority, but finding a good breeder closer would be great.
Thank you!
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You most likely will have to do some travel... you can research responsible breeders in the Northern at www.basenji.org by state. I doubt that you will find a responsible closer to you
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Thank you
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I lived in New Jersey and had to travel to Virginua to get a basenji. Best trip I ever made.
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That distance is not that bad to find a reputable breeder. We drove from northern Michigan to Rockford Illinois and to Milwaukee Wisconsin to get (2) of our Basenjis, would do it again. Two of the best Basenjis we have had.
