I have had the pleasure of owning both breeds. There is another forum member here who also has a basenji and a Shiba. Lol, they are both very stubborn breeds. Depending on what you want they are very different though. Shibas need a lot of care for grooming, they blow a lot of coat and can get matted fur, on the other hand they make a very good watch dog. Basenjis don't bark but make a multitude of other noises. Their coat is nice and short for less grooming, though they too blow coat, just not as bad as a Shiba. They both maintain puppy characteristics their whole lives and live long lives. I think our Shiba was 16 when we lost her. Both need a lot of socialization, with both people and dogs. This is a must. Good luck with whatever breed you choose. Look at parents for temperament and do your reading on health problems and make sure you adopt from a reputable breeder.
Hello One And All,
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What a great site, found it on a Basenji video on Youtube and we just had to join. We have 4 Basenji's Bessi, Doc, Leela and Elvis and as you all can imagine we love them all to bits.
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Welcome to the forum :D?
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The eldest is Bessie at 11 years old her breeder is Teschi, Doc is 10 years old his breeder is Gaelifrey, Leela, Elvis and Skye are Bessies puppies and they are 8 years old and their father is Tamsala Dashing Derek all Australian breeders. Skye was sold to a very loving family when she was just a puppy and we still see her occasionally.
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Welcome love to see pictures. I have two B's not sure I could handle four but I am sure you have lots of fun.
Rita Jean
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Welcome to the forum Vikkikay,Bessi, Doc, Leela and Elvis.
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Welcome to the forum, i hope you enjoy it here.
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Glad you found us.
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Welcome! and we want PICTURES.
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Thanks everyone for your warm welcomes…I'm working on the pics:)tried to put some up but the link didn't work but I'll get there.
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Welcome to the forum, Vikki and your lovely pack. Sounds like your house is a party..:) Would love to see pictures..hint, hint..!
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Welcome Vikki to you and your Basenjis - glad you found us!
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Welcome to all of you! Glad to have you here with us.