BASENJI

The basenji, which means “thing of the bushes”, proceeds from Central Africa, where it was used in small game hunting. It is said that it was already known in pharaoh Egypt. In 1895 it reached England, where the breed was acknowledged, extending to the United States in the year 1941.

PHYSICAL TRAITS of the BASENJI
Amongst some of the particularities that make the basenji a singular breed we can mention the fact that it doesn’t bark, despite it not being mute, and don’t exude the dog’s typical dog odor. Its constitution is light, and wrinkled head in the upper area, the black nose, erect ears and the oblique eyes, with a penetrating gaze and an extraordinary vision in long distances. Its height to the cross goes from 41 to 43 cm in males and 3 cm less in females. The fur is short, smooth, completely black, chestnut or white, although it can also be mixed with white and black or white and chestnut in different shades that can go to yellow.

From 1895 this breed was attempted to be raised in England, although it wasn’t achieved until 1937, since dogs would perish in the climate change.

TEMPERAMENT AND ADAPTATION of the BASENJI
It is mischievous, somewhat restless and very playful. Although, usually, it gets along with children, it is recommended as an adult pet. It adapts well to any home although it feels better outdoors and in warm climates.

EXERCISE AND CARE required for a BASENJI
The basenji washes itself with the tongue, as cats, for which it doesn’t require special hygiene treatment: it is only necessary to rub it with a mitt every day. Since its ears are always erect, they don’t need special attention either; in general, it is a breed that gives its owners little work. Due to its somewhat nervous temperament, it needs to provide it with two daily walk that serve, besides exercise, to ease its temperament.