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Basenji Breeders
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Basenji Pictures Description: The Basenji is a handsome, muscular dog, who is also known as the African Barkless Dog. Their name means "wild and violent" in Swahili. The Basenji should not bark, but they are not mute. The Basenji 's repertoire of sounds range from a pleasing throaty crow to a keening wail made when they are lonely or unhappy. One of the oldest breeds of dogs the Basenji is native to Africa where they are used to assist beaters in flushing game which is then driven into nets strung up against trees. The Basenji will make a good pet as long as they are handled on a regular basis from an early age.
Height:
16 - 17 inches
Colors:
Black, red, back and tan. White on their chest,
feet and tail tips.
Temperament:
The Basenji is intelligent, affectionate. Watch-dog:
High. Depends on dog and owner attentiveness; doesn’t bark to alert.
Care and Training:
Comb or brush the Basenji smooth coat and bathe when necessary. Daily exercise
will prevent obesity. Curiosity may cause them to wander if left off leash
or in an unfenced area. House training comes easily as they are naturally
clean creatures. The Female Basenji usually only has one season a year which
will last up to 30 days. Activity:
High Health Issues: Kidney problems, PRA and intestinal problems. Life
Span:
10 - 12 Years
Country of Origin:
Zaire
First Registered by the AKC:
1944 |
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