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 just adopted a 5 year old tri-colour female Basenji. She seems quite sweet and isn't bothered by my kitten and is good with other dogs and people.
We're just getting to know each other and hopefully this is the start of a great new relationship!
See you soon!
Livia and Casey
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Welcome…we have a lot of wonderful people and lots of knowledge on this forum.
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Livia and Casey welcome we are also really new to the forum lots to see and learn it is really nice. Thank you for saving and caring about B I know your going to love her and have lots and lots of fun.
Rita Jean
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Welcome, and good for you for adopting a Basenji girl….and especially good for her. both of you will have so much fun for many years to come...
Petra
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welcome Livia and Casey, lucky you adopting a Basenji, you will have lots of fun and no doubt fall in love with the breed.
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Hi Liv!
Nice to see you on here now
I wondered when you were going to 'show' your face!!I hope that your girl turns out to be all that you expected and more
Don't hesitate to ask questions…
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Welcome to the forum!
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Thnx for joining this wonderful Basenji Community !!! Lots of answers to find for all your questions ! Please send us some pictures of your girlie
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Welcome at the forum!!!
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Welcome to our pack! And congratulations on your adoption!
