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The Basenji is a handsome, muscular dog, who is also known as the African Barkless Dog. Their name means "wild and violent" in Swahili. They should not bark, but they are not mute. Basenjis 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 they are native to Africa where they are used to assist beaters in flushing game which is then driven into nets strung up against trees. Basenjis will make a good pet as long as they are handled on a regular basis from an early age.
Other Names: Congo Dog, Congo Terrier
Height: 16 - 17 inches
Weight: 21 - 24 lbs.
Colors: Black, red, back and tan. White on their chest, feet and tail tips.
Coat: Smooth, short-haired, fine, silky coat
Temperament: Basenjis are intelligent, affectionate
With Children: Yes, if properly socialized and supervised
With Pets: Yes, if properly socialized and supervised; same sex aggression is common
Watch-dog: High. Depends on dog and owner attentiveness; doesnĄ¯t bark to alert
Guard-dog: Low
Care and Training: Comb or brush the Basenjis 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. Females Basenjis usually only have one season a year which will last up to 30 days.
Learning Rate: High. Rewards-based training produces best results
Activity: High
Living Environment: Indoor or outdoor dog that does best with a fenced yard and lots of exercise
Health Issues: Kidney problems, PRA and intestinal problems.
Life Span: 10 - 12 years
Litter Size: 6
Country of Origin: Zaire
History: Basenji-type dogs are depicted on the tombs of Egyptian pharaohs and date back to early 3600 B.C. Many details of their origins are unclear, but the Basenji is thought to have come from a purebred dog used by the Pygmies for hunting in the Congo. The Basenji was imported to England in the 1930's and then made their way to America in 1941.
First Registered by the AKC: 1944
AKC Group: Hound
Class: Hound
Registries: AKC, ANKC, CKC, FCI (Group 5), KC (GB)
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