Basenjis
Monday, November 11, 2019
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There are three characteristics of the still relatively obscure Basenji that soon may make him one of America's most popular house dogs. First, he does not bark, which can be a distinct advantage in crowded communities. Second, he is fastidious, cleaning himself as a cat does. Third, he is a smooth-haired, small dog, about the size of a Fox Terrier.
There are three characteristic of the still relatively obscure Basenji that soon may make him one of American’s most popular house dogs. First, he does not bark, which can be a distinct advantage in crowded communities. Second, he is fastidious, cleaning him self as a cat does. Third, he is a smooth-haired, small dog, about the size of a Fox Terrier.
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The Basenji is an African breed that goes back to the days when the Pharoahs ruled Egypt. He is among the newest breeds in America and England, however. A successful foundation was established in both countries about the same year, 1937. In the United States the first successful litter was not obtained until 1941.
It was through a mating of Mrs. Byron Rogers' Bois and Alexander Phemister's Congo. By 1942 there were enough fanciers to form the Basenji Club of America. The following year the breed was accepted for A.K.C. Stud Book Registration.
It was through a mating of Mrs. Byron Rogers' Bois and Alexander Phemister's Congo. By 1942 there were enough fanciers to form the Basenji Club of America. The following year the breed was accepted for A.K.C. Stud Book Registration.
Although the Basenji cannot bark, he does make a low, throaty sound when happy or annoyed. He is a highly intelligent, easily trained dog of proud bearing. He has prick ears and a broad, somewhat wrinkled forehead. The tail is tightly curled, white tipped and carried to one side of the back. The standard calls for a chestnut color with white tips. Black and white and black, tan and white dogs also are acceptable.
The Basenji apparently came from Central Africa and was preserved there after the breed lapsed into obscurity with the fading of Egypt's civilization. The next contact with the outside world was not until 1895, when an English explorer brought two to England. They died. It was not until 1937 that the breed was reintroduced, this time successfully.