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.
Seeking Basenji puppies in New York tri state area
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Hello, fellow Basenji aficionados!
My fiance and I are looking to add a basenji pup to our family! We're currently working with Bellator to see if there's a match for us there but I'm happy to explore other suggestions on other breeders in the area!
All the best,
Vincent & Gail -
You can search for breeders at www.basenji.org by state
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@tanza said in Seeking Basenji puppies in New York tri state area:
You can search for breeders at www.basenji.org by state
