Do Basenjis shed?

[Bogie]

I haven't gotten a Basenji yet and had never heard of them until about a week ago so I have lots of questions. The first one is do they shed or not. Most of the websites that I researched said Basenjis do not shed but on reading through the forum on here, I saw several instances where they must. If they shed, how often?
Also, are most B's grumpy or playful and affectionate. I have 2 kids in intermediate school. They are absolute dog lovers and I need to get a pet that is going to enjoy their company as well as mine.

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[tanza]

I haven't gotten a Basenji yet and had never heard of them until about a week ago so I have lots of questions. The first one is do they shed or not. Most of the websites that I researched said Basenjis do not shed but on reading through the forum on here, I saw several instances where they must. If they shed, how often?
Also, are most B's grumpy or playful and affectionate. I have 2 kids in intermediate school. They are absolute dog lovers and I need to get a pet that is going to enjoy their company as well as mine.

:cool:

They do shed, however typically less then other dogs... usually once a year they will shed somewhat heavy (depending on the Basenji)....
The best suggestion is that you find a responsible breeder close to you and go and visit. Well Bred Basenjis that are properly socialized as puppies can and are great with children. But you need to go to a responsible breeder and also one that has tested any Basenjis they are breeding for Fanconi. Please visit www.basenji.org. You can find a breeder list so that you can find one in your area. Also visit "Is a Basenji right for me"?... many of your question will be answered there and also you will find links on how to find a responsible breeder.

[Barklessdog]

They do and it's more noticeable depending on the clothes or fabric you have. Nothing like other longer haired dogs though. You really have to look for the hair.

Brushing / petting them seems to loosen fur. We use one of those rubber massage brushes & a light coat oil and they shed quite a bit of fur, but love the rub down.

[etzbseder]

My B sheds all year round. It's really light and usually just a quick brush of my hand, and off comes all the little hairs.

[Basenji_Boy]

Seems we have one blow a coat every year, that's major shedding.:eek:

Normally though, just minor shedding in the late summer.

[Mantis]

shedding will change dramatically depending on the food....