New Members- Chris and Obi

[MacPack]

Welcome, thank you for adopting this cute little guy. At least the owner left him there in safe hands, not on the side of the road.
We had lovebirds and basenjis who learned to be best friends, ate and drank together, so many species can get along if they start with curiosity; hopefully your rats and pup will be good pals.

[LindaH]

@Chrstopher:

As for the Fanconi Syndrome DNA test that is listed on the site; at what age should I test him?

At any age…now would be fine.

I will see if any of the specialist at work are familiar with this testing as well.

The Direct DNA test is a brand new test and is, as far as I know, only done through the OFA site by one lab…other will correct this information, I'm sure, if it's not accurate.

[dcmclcm4]

I have rescued a couple of CKC registered dogs but they came from either Ohio or Kentucky. Do you have a complete pedigree or just the sire and dam? Do you have the name of the breeder?

I am glad he found a good home! That is sad to dump a puppy.

Jennifer

[tanza]

@Chrstopher:

Ivoss- The papers that he left does have the sire and damn listed but nothing shows up looking for them on either website, nor a google search. As for the Fanconi Syndrome DNA test that is listed on the site; at what age should I test him? I will see if any of the specialist at work are familiar with this testing as well.

Eeeefarm- I am working on the socializing of the two actually. The rats live in a nice 5 story ferret cage and when I bring out Obi to play they run down stairs to see what he is doing. Basically at this point they sniff each other through the cage bars with out any biting on either end.

DNA for Fanconi is a cheek swab test that you order and do yourself. No Vet or Specialist is needed. You can read about the test at www.basenjis.org

[agilebasenji]

well, he's very cute! but you knew that, didn't you?

[Chrstopher]

Thank you all for the information and compliments. I will order the test next Friday when I get paid. Thank you again.

[Patty M]

Welcome Chris and Obi!

I know you can find some good advice here…. and perhaps in your office too! By any chance, did you check for a microchip on Obi? If there isn't one, I highly suggest that you get him chipped and have the chipped registered.

Thanks for the photos! Please keep us posted on your new little boy.

Hugs and Roos-

[Kipawa]

hi Chris and Obi - glad you found the forum. You will enjoy the information and comraderie here!

I don't believe in coincidences - you were the only one without a dog in the office, and this little fellow appears. It was meant to be. And he sure is as cute as can be! Do get the Fanconi test done - for peace of mind and to ensure you give Obi the best life he can have. And remember that there are no dumb questions - if you need to know something, ask away.

[Moth]

He is adorable

Welcome to the forum…

[Chrstopher]

Thanks you all. He was scanned for a chip and there wasn't one. That will be scheduled to be implanted when I have him neutered.

Quick question on this Fanconi Test? Does it show if he has it or does it just determine if he is a carrier for it?

[DebraDownSouth]

I'm with Fran, fate.

On the one hand, I'd like to call the person who did this some names. Yet– not only did he abandon at a vet's office, but he DIDN'T put the little guy back in the hands of the BYB. Not ideal, but seems the person wanted the right thing. I am just hoping the pup wasn't stolen in a relationship dispute or something. It really might be a good idea to see if you can find the breeder and confirm the person did indeed own the pup, even if you do it anonymously.

[eeeefarm]

@Chrstopher:

Quick question on this Fanconi Test? Does it show if he has it or does it just determine if he is a carrier for it?

It will show if he is clear, carrier, or affected.