I think that a basenji puppy and a two-year-old is a recipe for disaster for many reasons. Both require and crave lots of attention, neither one can be reasoned with, both will want to play with the same toy, both can be stubborn, and the list goes. It is far too much to expect a two-year-old to understand how to get along with any puppy, especially a basenji puppy. If your heart is set on a basenji puppy, then I think you should wait until your child is at least five or six years old.Children that age understand what you are saying about the puppy and you can explain to them why you are saying it. I agree with the person who suggested getting an older basenji or how about a puppy of another breed? t one time in my life I had a basenji and a mixed breed, and they got along beautifully.
You may love all the traits of this breed but I was suggest that you talk to owners and their experiences with the basenjis and young children. One cannot count on even the best breeders to give you the full story. Please don't get me wrong. I've had three basenjis and adored them all. I got the first one when my youngest daughter was seven. You don't have to wait that long but two years old is too young, imho. Good luck.
Looking for Adult Male Basenji
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We currently have a beautiful 2-year-old purebred basenji female and we're looking for a male to add to our family. We live in Las Vegas NV and are hoping to find one within driving distance (AZ, UT, CA etc) so that they can meet.
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Contact your local breed clubs for help finding adult dogs that their reputable breeder members need homes for. Copper State Basenji Club, https://azbasenjis.org/; South Coast Basenji Fanciers, https://www.facebook.com/SoCalBasenjiFanciers; Basenji Club of Northern California (BCONC), https://www.facebook.com/norcalbasenjis. Use the Basenji Club of America breeder directory to contact the breeders listed for adult dogs, https://basenji.org/index.php/about-basenjis/breeder-directory. Do not use the AKC directory as there are several extremely disreputable breeders who advertise there. If you are reasonably Basenji experienced, apply to be a foster volunteer for BRAT. Many Basenjis in foster homes never make the adoption page because they are adopted by their foster family. https://www.basenjirescue.org/Volunteer.asp
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Please see my posting about Bosco. We are in Sacramento, CA
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@senjisilly oh, oh, how do i find your private message to me?
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@elbrant thanks!