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.
Looking for a Basenji dog
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Hi there, I am looking to get a Basenji dog and wanted to see if someone on here might know a Basenji breeder in the UK?
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You will be lucky !! So are hundreds of other people. But you could put your name on a list for next winter or in 2 years time
Email me and I will give you breed club details. Address can be found in websites on signature block.
And while you are about it, tell me where you live and a bit about your knowledge of the breed and circumstances. Kids, garden, home all day etc. Makes it easier to advise you.
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Hi! Hope you don’t mind me jumping in the thread for a bit of advice. My partner and I are also hoping to find a basenji puppy in the future but found it tricky so far just finding breeders to talk to. We live in Bristol, are you able to point us in the right direction. We’re aware of waiting times and happy to wait. Thank you!
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Email me privately. Address in signature block websites. But this is not a year to be thinking about Basenji puppies. And lists for next year are being compiled by some breeders.
