I have had the pleasure of owning both breeds. There is another forum member here who also has a basenji and a Shiba. Lol, they are both very stubborn breeds. Depending on what you want they are very different though. Shibas need a lot of care for grooming, they blow a lot of coat and can get matted fur, on the other hand they make a very good watch dog. Basenjis don't bark but make a multitude of other noises. Their coat is nice and short for less grooming, though they too blow coat, just not as bad as a Shiba. They both maintain puppy characteristics their whole lives and live long lives. I think our Shiba was 16 when we lost her. Both need a lot of socialization, with both people and dogs. This is a must. Good luck with whatever breed you choose. Look at parents for temperament and do your reading on health problems and make sure you adopt from a reputable breeder.
Hello!!!
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Hello,
I have one Basenji he is 3 and his name is Cricket….he jumps around alot!!
Nobody around here has a Basenji nor do they know what kind of a dog they are so I joined so maybe I could do a little Basenji talk!!Have a good one-Berna:)
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Welcome, we would love to see pictures… and where in California are you?
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We are in Southern California….Riverside County... My mother has 2 both are tan & white...I have one Tri colored...I think Im just getting to the good stage...I can leave my shoes out and they dont get chewed up in three seconds!!!
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This is Cricket…
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We are in Southern California….Riverside County... My mother has 2 both are tan & white...I have one Tri colored...I think Im just getting to the good stage...I can leave my shoes out and they dont get chewed up in three seconds!!!
LOL… yes... that is pretty good, my Kristii was 9+ when she last "ate" the back of my shirt that was hanging on the back of a chair... collar, sleeves, front was still hanging on the chair... total back was gone...gggg
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Yeah there was alot of things tha have or need to be replaced…but its ok he is my everything
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Welcome Berna and Cricket!
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Welcome at the forum… nice pics!!!
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Welcome to the forum - your B is really nice looking.
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Welcome to our pack! Cricket is very lovely looking.
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Welcome to the forum!
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Welcome to the forum! Cricket looks great!
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Welcome to the forum!
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Cricket is gorgeous, hope you enjoy this forum. Lots of great Basenji talk ,
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Welcome!!!
OMG….your first experience with a B. and you have a Tri!!!! Just kidding:rolleyes:(I hear Tri's are typically a little more difficult.)
I'm glad you found this forum. You've found kindred spirits and lots of good info.
Your line "he is my everything" says it all!!!:)
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Our basenji is 4 months old. Anyone have a basenji that enjoys digging..on the couch? Also, when she's in her crazy mode she tends to bite when we try to stop her. She will actually keep the biting up for a while. Then, all of a sudden she's coming over to lay on my lap and give kisses. She's like Jekyll and Hyde from one second to the next.
