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.
WANTED: R/W Female Basenji puppy/adult.
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I'm looking for a R/W Female Basenji if anyone knows of one available I'm interesting in buying/adopting. I currently live in FL near Orlando. Please feel free to contact me for any questions or inquiries. Thanks so much.
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I'm looking for a R/W Female Basenji if anyone knows of one available I'm interesting in buying/adopting. I currently live in FL near Orlando. Please feel free to contact me for any questions or inquiries. Thanks so much.
Have you tried BRAT? www.basenjirescue.org
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No, I haven't. Their rescue dogs, correct? Are they all adults?
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zno they are not all adults. And they are definatly dogs that could use a good forever home. Will this be your first B or have you been owned in the past?
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Ok great. I'll have to check it out. Yes, my first. I've been around them just never owned but always wanted one. I'd prefer a puppy but I know this isn't the time for them to be around yet till the fall usually??
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yes, 99% of all Basenjis are born Nov/Dec. You should visit this link if you are looking for a puppy, so that you can find a responsible breeder.
http://www.tanzabasenjis.net/selectbreeder.html (from the Basenji Club of America) -
Also, you can look for breeders at www.basenji.org and then go to breeder listings. These would be members of the Basenji Club of America parent breed club.
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Thank you so much! I really appreciate everyones help on this journey to find that special friend. =o) I filled out the adoption form on the BRAT website so we'll see what happens. I'll check out those websites you gave me Tanza.
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Young adults can often be a great option if you are flexible about age. They are usually housebroken and past the worst of the puppy chewing stage.
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I'm interested just having trouble finding.
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You also should read up on the basenjis and puppy raising.
To do it right, it takes a lot of work.
The good news is that there is lots of info out there.
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Oh I have been doing that for months now. Thanks.
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Your welcome.
The reality stories on the BRAT site can show you want some b's can do.
NOT all b's do all these things, but as the photos show, they can do "things"
you will not expect.
Also, not all b's are listed on the BRAT site, so contact the person who handles b's in your state.
They might have a perfect dog for you, just not have it listed yet.
Let me know if I can give you any more info.
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Yes ma'am I started to read them today. I filled out an application today and I know it takes a few days to hear back.
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And if you are leaning towards a puppy from any planned litters this Fall/Winter, now is a good time to talk and meet breeders, ask about health testing, their requirements, your requirements, etc… and get on the reservation list
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Where should I look for a breeder?
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www.basenji.org and then go to breeder listings
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Oh thats right, thanks. There is so many to choose from.
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Oh thats right, thanks. There is so many to choose from.
Well they are all members of the parent Basenji club and while not a totally endorsment for being responsible, 99% are… so start in your area... usually if they don't have something that would suit you or they are not breeding, they will refer you to others that they consider responsible. But in the end, it is the buyers responsibility to ask the questions (as on the link to screen breeders).....
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Ok. Sounds good. I'll definitely be using that link.
