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.
Adopt tri male Basenji in Washington
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Hello! My family and I live in Auburn, Wa. We are looking to add a male tri Basenji to our family. We have a 3 year old female Basenji. I have reached out to all the WA breeders and looking out of state if one is in need of an awesome loving home. We are active and have to kids. Nolan 10 and Beckett 8. Please let me know of any leads.
Thank you,
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It is a bit late in the season to find a Basenji from a responsible breeder. Most all responsible breeders have prior reservations for pups expected.
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@tanza yes. I totally get that. We adopted our female a few years ago in February. She was 1 at the time. I’m hopeful that a male will bless us. Or possibly someone will return one or a show dog will be retired.
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@jmeleigh00 - Keep in touch with the breeders in the PNW..... might take some time... talk to them so they know you are serious... which I am sure you already have been....
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@tanza yes I have kept in touch. Plus Natalie at DLucks Basenji are very good friends. I’ll keep my figures crossed.
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Sounds like Tanza has given you some good advice and she is well aware of life on the WestCoast of USA.
