Basenji 101
Thinking about adding a Basenji to your life? This guide will help you understand the breed, choose a responsible breeder, and explore trusted Basenji resources.
Basenjis are intelligent, athletic, curious, and famously independent.
They are clean and relatively quiet compared with many breeds, but they are not low-maintenance. Basenjis require structure, exercise, supervision, and owners who appreciate a clever dog with opinions.
A practical owner education guide covering Basenji personality, training, grooming,
health care, feeding, preparing your home, travel, and other essential topics for
new or prospective owners.
The Basenji University Owner Handbook is a detailed guide for prospective and new Basenji owners covering personality, training, grooming, feeding, activities, travel, and daily life with the breed.
Responsible breeders health test their dogs, understand pedigree and temperament,
and carefully match puppies to homes. Prospective owners should research breeders
and ask questions before committing to a puppy.
Use the Basenji Club of America breeder directory as a starting point
when searching for a Basenji breeder.
Join the Basenji Club of Northern New Jersey and connect with other Basenji
owners, breeders, exhibitors, and enthusiasts.