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About the Basenji Dog Breed
Basenji dogs are intelligent and clever. Providing interactive dog toys to keep your pet mentally stimulated is a good idea. They’re excellent hunters. Basenjis have a strong bond with their families and are less allergenic than other dog breeds. They have a low shedding rate and are known to be low-maintenance dogs. Basenjis make excellent guard dogs. When confronted, they will defend their people and property. They are also excellent apartment dogs because they are very kid-friendly.
In terms of disadvantages, it should be noted that they are only recommended for experienced dog owners. Basenji dogs are not the best choice for a first-time pet. They have a reputation for being cunning escape artists. The Basenji is a stubborn breed that has never heard of the phrase “willing to please.” They have a strong sense of independence and are difficult to train. They despise water. When you leave them alone at home before they’ve been fully trained, prepare for mass destruction. Basenjis despise being outside in the cold and rain. They have a strong prey drive and aren’t particularly fond of cats. Allowing your Basenji to run free without a leash is never a good idea. They have a high wanderlust potential, meaning they have a strong desire to travel around the world. These perceptive dogs may also appear reserved around strangers. When going out at night, Basenji dogs can be very nervous. They have a strong proclivity for nipping, chewing, playing, biting, or injuring people. It’s not the most attractive dog breed for an office setting. These short-haired Basenji dogs have erect ears, tightly curled tails, graceful necks, long legs, and short, back, almond-shaped eyes. The male is 17 inches and the female is 16 inches tall. The weight of the average Basenji is 23 pounds, and the average lifespan is 13 to 15 years. There are around 4 to 5 puppies in one litter. Red, black tricolor, brindle with white markings, and tan are some of the common colors.
Independent, smart, poised, stubborn, alert, energetic, curious, and affectionate describe the Basenji temperament. The Basenji has a proclivity for becoming attached to a single person. They like to climb and refuse to go outside in any kind of wet weather. The Basenji requires very little grooming and has cat-like grooming habits. He keeps himself very clean. He shouldn’t need a bath more than once or twice a year. As a result, they don’t have the typical dog odor. Basenjis shed very little, which is great if you like to keep your house clean or live in an apartment.
Because the Basenji dog breed has a strong prey drive, they should only be left off leash in a well-fenced area. The smooth musculature of the Basenji allows it to move with ease and agility, so it’s no surprise that they excel in agility competitions. To keep from becoming bored, these dogs require a lot of daily exercise. Keep in mind that a bored Basenji can be destructive. It’s a good idea to enroll them in canine sports. They are not the easiest dogs to train, and it takes 100 to 500 repetitions for them to understand new commands. According to studies, they are the second most difficult dog to train. The Afghan Hound is the first on the list. As a result, it’s advised that you enroll them in early socialization and puppy training classes. This is due to their high levels of energy, intelligence, and proclivity for misbehaving.
They can be trained using only positive training techniques in the right environment and with some good encouragement. Basenjis have a short attention span, so training sessions should last no more than 5 to 10 minutes. Be cautious, as this breed’s high intelligence makes it a master escape artist. On the other hand, they make excellent family pets. Basenji dogs are extremely affectionate toward family children and fierce protectors of their owners.
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Do you own a Basenji? What are your experiences?
If you go to the basenjiforums and scroll through the first few pages of the "behavioral issues" tab, you'll see that the large majority of posts are about aggression. I love basenjis and I am going to get another basenji soon, but they are not patient when treated poorly. And by poorly I mean force-hugged, hard petting, being woken up when sleeping, and other things that kids do and many parents allow.
Basenjis are also MORE prone to separation anxiety than most breeds, not less. If they suffer from separation anxiety, they will howl and destroy things. If you live in an apartment, you should also know that a basenji is very likely to scratch up your kitchen cabinets and window sills. They jump and climb on things just like cats do, but they don't have retractable claws so they leave marks. Your deposit is definitely at risk.
Not all individuals are the same, and training can do wonders, but sometimes a trait so strong that you can't just train it away. People should be aware of the more likely problems they can run into when they get a specific breed, so that they can decide if it's possible for them to live with that issue should it arise.
Africans aweee
Love their vocal sounds 🙅♀️🙅♀️🙅♀️🐾🐾😢🐾💖💕🥰
A Note: For new B' owners, They are Not good in appartments due to high energy and if they seem edgy it's
because they need to run around. They are ok to cats once they get to know the cat.
I have a Basenji, and Ibizan hound mix. She is more Basenji in Tim permanent an looks like a Basenji. She has the size of a Ibizan hound. She was hard to train!!!!! she now listens to me. You are right positive interactions is the best way to train her. She also is very particular at what she will eat. She wants a variety for meals and wanting to eat only in the early evening. She is a great dog, and mischievous. That’s what l love about her. Very loyal to me
Basenjis absolutely canNOT be left alone for days at a time. They absolutely DO suffer from separation anxiety. Prolonged periods of being left alone can lead to mental anguish and behavioral problems that effect the dog's quality of life.
Basenjis are very affectionate and will bond with owner. We had a hard time getting our Basenji Sarah to do her business in the rain or on wet days, especially as she got older. Sarah rarely came when called. She cleaned herself and our all American mix, Thomas. She was odorless. She was endlessly entertaining. She refused to stay in a crate. The last time we put her in her large crate in order to take a day trip, before we got out of town, she had screamed and barooed and banged the crate so loudly that it set off the security system. She refused to sleep anywhere except in our bed and insisted on being completely covered with her blanket. All trash cans were on top of tables or chest of drawers so they were not raided. You can not leave the room with food on a low table because your Basenji will take your food. On the other hand, the love coming from Sarah was constant and unconditional. She was my best friend and was always there with me. And since she went to the Rainbow Bridge, I am bereft.
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this is one of the best, concise, most comprehensive descriptions of basenjis that i have seen. my husband and i have been privileged enough to have 6 basenjis, beginning in 2003. our first pack — of what become 4 — have all passed away due to old age / various cancers. we couldn’t bear to get more for a couple of years. (our last 2 of the original 4 died within 2 weeks of each other. that was hard.)
but happily now we have dabi and his half-sister prisca. dabi will be 2 in december, and prisca will be 1 in january. (as i’ve written this to you i’ve had to stop prisca from climbing onto my end table in my living room to get at my napkin, and i had to dissuade her from chewing my wicker plant stand in my sunroom. ha ha.)
anyways, i really liked this video. it would save me a lot of breath if i just showed it to people when they ask me about mine. lol. you covered almost everything, i think. 🥰❤️❤️❤️ (although, i would say basenjis often have separation anxiety. what really helps them with that is… more basenjis! they are much more content to be left alone if they have a companion or companions of the same breed. also: it’s pretty difficult to crate train them. it works out best to get them to the point of being able to be trusted to behave for the time you leave them. this, of course, has varying degrees of success.)
now prisca is tearing up the paper plate i used for my breakfast. (i gave it to her earlier. she has me pretty well trained. 😅🤣🙃)
I have had 6 B's . One mention that it is far easier to have at least two so they always have a buddy when you are away..
Very intelligent and crafty. There wasn't a day go buy that they didn't make me laugh out loud.
ohh, im very surprised to see my dogclip in this video 😀
No, no no. They are horrible apartment dogs and are NOT good with children. They are high energy hunters and are very hierarchical, children have to earn their place. Basenjis are very easy to train and they have along attention span. They just don't care what you want.
You contradict yourself constantly, they are both good guard dogs and horrible ones according to you. They suffer horribly from separation anxiety.
Please do not listen to this nonsense if you are looking for this breed.
We have had the pleasure of raising three Basenjis. They are a wonderful dog. Our present Basenji walks with us off leash with no problem but we realize this is very rare. They are good sleepers but are always on security detail. Until they are a bit older they can destroy a house of left alone and get bored. They are so much fun and a pleasure to be with.
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I have a 1/2 breed one and I love him
We have two basenjis they are now 10 years old, both boys. One is not as people social, gets a little nervous when pet too much, and has terrible separation anxiety, can't be left in a crate. The other is a total lap dog, doesn't mind a crate, and loves all strangers. They don't guard at all, are a bit aggressive when meeting new dogs. They aren't trustworthy off leash or when left alone. And we love them dearly, but they are not for everyone! They sleep a lot but are fairly high maintenance , they want your attention constantly.
What dog food is recommended?
I want one so bad the are so cute And the fact that they are African dogs as well I want one they think the pitbull is the dog of the African it is not it’s the Basenji and I want one because these ran with the kings and queens of Egypt in Africa itself🐶
São muito fofossss esses Basengis ❤
These comments are too absolute. Basenji‘s do like water when it’s hot they will go outside in the rain and they do get along with cats that they have been raised with. A well trained Basenji will not harm another pet when it It understands that you are the pack leader. I agree that they are not an appropriate dog for a first time owner and their prey drive is very strong. If you are going to be the leader of a Basenji pack, you must know some basic leadership skills. You must understand the difference between being assertive and anger. Your Basenji will not respect anger because anger shows a lack of control. You’re Basenji is very smart and will not respect anger. Do your homework and put in the work during the first year and your Basenji will be a beautiful part of your family. I hiked and ran with my Basenji off leash for a decade and it lived with my cats and waded in Del Valle lake. Like people, you cannot categorize this breed with an absolute. They are individuals and beautiful individuals at that. But oh yes, they can be a handful 🙂
beautiful dogs that have a perfect horselike gait. I had one and loved him but would not get another. A Rat terrier is a much better choice.
My family had the pleasure of having a Basenji as our first pup! I'm extremely asthmatic and so we had to find a dog that would not affect me as much. (I was obviously the one that begged for a dog for YEARS before we got him). Dutch and later on his niece Daisy, were two red babies that were adorable and chaotic. They did not like cold or snow or any wetness. I remember having to do the matchstick trip to get them to poop on Winter nights, otherwise it would be in the house the next morning! They are DEFINITELY cats in dog bodies. Dutch, my baby and my old man, bonded with me and another. Daisy bonded more with my mom. If I had to pick a dog that would get into the most trouble, it would be the Basenji. I'd accidentally taught them how to climb a fence one day and from then on, it was game on for them. Many, many escape artist days. Found Dutch in someone elses house once; the owner didn't even know he was there! (He'd used the cat door and was sitting on the back of his couch facing the road). They were way too smart for their own good! Daisy hated being under the covers and Dutch always had to be at the end of the bed, between your legs, under or above the covers. Trains always made them baroo and they taught other pups along the years to baroo too! Did not ever want to listen to commands, except the few times they wanted treats! I adored those little buttheads. They lived until they were 16 and 14 years old. They certainly come with their troubles and mischief, but they are lovable to those they care for and are amazing and special. I miss them almost every day and it's been almost 4 years now since they've passed. I will definitely be owning more in the future, because they are just too amazing to not have as a part of the family ever again. But absolutely expect some destruction and smart chaos every so often! If Loki were a dog, it would be them!