Basenjis are a hound, sighthound.... they were bred to hunt, this is in their DNA. What they see they chase. Unless in a secure area Basenjis should always be kept on lead. If they see something they will chase it and do not stop to look for cars.... So it is not that they "run away" they are running to catch something (or trying to). Keeping busy means they need exercise daily both for the body and their minds. Again, Basenjis are a hound, they are a "thinking" dog... positive training is the best method for training. However keep in mind that when asking a Basenji to do something, they will look like they are thinking "What's in it for me"? A tired Basenji is a good Basenji!

Most don't think it is important to look at the pedigree of their pups.... it really is important, especially regarding health testing for Fanconi and PRA, Zande gets those results direct from OFA to add to the pedigree data base, with their blessing otherwise they would never supply that information. It is not only important to breeders but to anyone looking or interested in research of the pedigree of their basenji. I honestly in 30+ yrs in the breed have never met a breeder (even not responsible breeders) that would not want their pups listed. This is a public site and one that is used by hundreds of people to research their Basenjis. It is also important to register your Basenji. There is nothing that is on Zande's site that is anything more then the pedigree and if there are any test results for Fanconi/PRA (and these are open to the public to see at www.ofa.org). Some breeders don't supply her with the litter information and in the US not all breeders register pups before placement because they have the new owners pick the registered name. Here is the link to the pedigree database, take a look....http://www.pedigrees.zandebasenjis.com/

@slents - Crate at night should be in the bedroom with you, not alone downstairs. Basenjis want to be with you, even in a crate. Mine have always been in our bedroom (reason for more than one crate). I use wire crates and cover them with a blanket to make it more like a den. My two girls that I have now, sleep in their crates with the doors open, in the past my Basenjis slept in bed or in their crates

Have you spoken to his breeder? Neutering him will not make any difference in "nipping", Separation anxiety or aggression... Keep in mind that you have changed the household/changed his rules...

@roguecoyote - That is not too much walking.... keep up the good job!

@sakuhn62 - Sorry but responsible breeders are not looking for just show homes to place... it is important that health testing is done before breeding especially for Fanconi and PRA... Most all responsible breeders will keep their pick puppy to go to their breeding program, after that it is the home that is the most important. You will NOT find responsible breeders selling their pups on line, period. And you need to check out health testing, do not just take anyone that says it was done, check it out for yourself, period. Vets have no knowledge about DNA for Basenjis and since these are late onset unless the sire/dam are DNA tested you have no idea what the outcome of that pup will be... do NOT be fooled! Do your homework.

Update to this post: On my comment that responsible breeders do not sell on line, they might have a website that announces litter plans, different than selling on line.

And stay with her till she goes potty... reward and praise after... if you catch her peeing/pooping in the house, immediately pick her up, tell her "NO" and take her out and tell her "go pee/poop outside". And if you are not catching her in the act, you need to keep a leash on her so you know where she is... If she is napping pick her up and take her outside and tell her "go pee", praise and reward after she does. If on walks and she goes, praise and reward! Note also that I have had females that when they start to teeth they totally forget about "potty training"... that too will pass.

Please see the link that I would suggest everyone look at and consider purchasing. It is available on line, but a great resource to have in hard copy. Here is the link to the online Illustrated Standard put out by the Basenji Club of America. Note that on page 4 the coursing Basenjis are my Franie and her litter brother Trip. On page 9 regarding heads, the Tri is my C-Me. Note that wrinkles are harder to see on Black/White, Tri, and Brindles. Red/White is the easiest to see. A good ear set and head will show the best wrinkle. This Illustrated Standard will give anyone the basic knowledge of the Basenji. https://basenji.org/BasenjiU/Judge/Study/Illustrated-Standard-2012.pdf and you can go to www.basenji.org and purchase this for $10.00

@sanjibasenji - All of these are generally based on the pups....
In general

1. Teeth - around 6 months
2. 12 to 18 months
3. There are a number of good ones
4. There can be lots of variation in litters, very normal.

Honestly, they all have their favorites.... kind of like pick and choose.... the one you think they will love they don't touch... LOL.... Most all of the puzzle toys are great and Basenjis take to them, but I would start with the ball types that you put kibble bits or other treats in, as they roll them around, the treats will fall out. You can judge from that what else he might like.

On another note, there is no DQ in Basenjis (except Cryptorchid/Monorchid).. The standard is just a guide, many Basenjis are over/under the listed standard.

JR can be mistaken for a Basenji, I would agree that he would be a JR/Corgi mix... only way to know for sure is by doing a DNA and see what comes up with... regardless he is very cute and for sure you are welcome here. Many dogs have a tail that would curl over the back, Basenji tails curl over the back but lay down on the back not upright... The short legs might indicate a corgi... and/or a mix of corgi and Rat Terrier, years ago the Basenji was used in this breed(rat terrier)... and the "howl" is not the same as a yodel... so to speak... but again, he is very cute...

Very cute, but I would agree that he is a JR/Corgi mix... but for sure welcome here

@nyoung15 - Not just for Basenjis, but for all dogs, it is what many Vets say about high protein but I have feed grain free for years without issues. I do mix it with limited ingredient Natural Balance and I do change up food all the time...along with adding veggies every day. I never have an issue with changing foods or veggies because that is what they are used to. I also use the small bites for the kibble.

@Alex Always suggest that it is a male/female pair... of course it would depend on each disposition... but rule of thumb is male/female...so I would think that you might be better with one of each sex, that said, your breeder for the dobie can help you with that especially since Chance is older (way older... LOL) now and yes, always suggest separate feeding... I have always used crates to feed them in... But disagree that temperament doesn't matter in the beginning, but it can... so make sure that your pup has a good temperament and from a responsible breeder.

@Alex - Hi Alex, knowing Chances temperament I think it will be fine.... you really just want to not let the pup play too hard.... and to not really bother him too much when he wants/needs to sleep. I don't believe you will have many issues other then the normal bring in a new puppy into the home... And WOW, hard to believe that Chance is16!

Just a quick word that I connected Lustopher with a Basenji person that has experience with a Basenji with crystals issues... They have communicated with each other.

@Roux - Just a suggestion, are there requirements for the number of letters/spaces in the name? If so, you might want to consider making your kennel name shorter... Yodeldog is 8 letters, so takes up the beginning of the name.... consider just Yodel.... just a suggestion. Mine was going to be much longer than mine that I finally decided on... Tanza... only 5 letters...

@Roux - Welcome, note that only people that pay to register the kennel name would be protected, but only for that breed... otherwise anyone can use the name, so there could be another kennel with the same name as there are places like UKC (United Kennel Club) that you can register dogs, but no requirement to register the kennel name you use. So you are good to go.....

@basenjilovers - She is very cute, please make sure that DNA testing was done for Fanconi and PRA. And if not or you are not sure, you can get the test kits at www.ofa.org. You do the test as it is a cheek swab.

Not as far as I know it has not. But you can ask the AKC (www.akc.org).