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.
New to Forum from TN
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Hello all. I am new to this forum, but not the Basenji.
I said goodbye to my 13yr old B, Kemus, at the beginning of the year. My life was so empty without a B, so I contacted Robyn Dubbert (Sherwood Basenjis). I am now the proud momma of a beautiful r/w male named Cyder.
After being trained of the Basenji ways by Kemus, I must say that Cyder is the best B ever! I am excited about participating in Rally and Lure Coursing again. What fun this will be!
Robin Burk
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Welcome Robin! Wonderful to have you here with us, and glad to know that another basenji is in your life. May you and Cyder have many many years of happiness and fun together. Oh, and don't forget…. we love pictures!
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Hello and welcome to the forum…sorry to hear of your loss, my Basenji is like my child and I empathize. I am glad to hear you have Cyder to fill your heart with Basenji love. The forum is a great place for connecting to others with our unique and special breed. Please post some of your Basenji pics...we all love that!
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Welcome and congrats!!!!!
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Welcome to the forum, where are the pictures?
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Welcome and congrats!
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Hi and Welcome onboard..
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Hi Robin! Give Cyder a big hug from me.
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welcome to the forum, i am sorry for your loss of Kemus and am glad that you have another Basenji in your life.
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Welcome. We look forward to watching your pup grow.
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Welcome to our pack!
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Welcome! Life without a B is boring;)
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Thank you for all of the warm welcomes. And… Yes, I do have lots of pictures to share!
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Welcome to the forum - I look forward to seeing your pictures.