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Getting to Know the Basenji


The Basenji is a small, short haired hunting dog from Africa. It is short backed and lightly built, appearing high on the leg compared to its length. The wrinkled head is proudly carried on a well arched neck and the tail is set high and curled. Elegant a
Average Height
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Average Weight
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Personality
The Basenji is a small, short haired hunting dog from Africa. It is short backed and lightly built, appearing high on the leg compared to its length. The wrinkled head is proudly carried on a well arched neck and the tail is set high and curled. Elegant a
Children
Yes, if properly socialized and supervised
Trainability
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
Friendliness
The Basenji has an unusual yodel-like bark. Although very independent-minded, it bonds very closely with its family
Temperment
This breed can be trusted with children, but does not make an ideal playmate. Basenjis must be socialized at a young age so that they know that other household pets are not prey
Care
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
Combativeness
Other Pets
Yes, if properly socialized and supervised; same sex aggression is common.
Group
NA
Country of Origin
Africa
Coat
Smooth, short-haired, fine, silky coat
Color
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Lifespan
NA
Activity Level
High
Health
Kidney problems, PRA and intestinal problems.



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