basenji [History,Pros,Cons,Appearance,Temperament]

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History:
The Basenji is a breed of hunting dog originated in central Africa.
It’s also known as barkless dog, because of it produces yodel-like sound, due to its unusually shaped larynx. For this reason, the African tribes tie bells around them for hunting purposes.
The breed original foundation came from Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The dog’s origins date back to ancient Egypt where traits of the basenji can be found carved in stone on tombs of the pharaohs.
Basenjis were discovered by westerners in the Congo region of West Africa in the 19th century.
The other known names are African bush dog, African barkless dog, Ango Angari, Congo dog, Zande dog. In the cong, basenji is also known as “dog of the bush”.
The breed was officially accepted into the AKC in 1943 and breed became more popular after starred in the 1954 film “Good-bye, My Lady”.
According to American Kennel Club registration statistics, the basenjis got 86th rank in the most popular dog breeds of 2020.
Pros:
Basenji dogs are clever and intelligent. Provide interactive dog toys to keep your pet mentally stimulated.
They are great hunting dogs.
Bond strongly with family and less allergenic than some other dog breeds.
self-grooming habits and easy coat maintenance.
They shed none to minimal.
Good example for very low drooling tendency.
one of the best watchdogs. They will defend their people and property when challenged.
They are very kid-friendly dogs.
Recommended for an apartment lifestyle.
Weight Gain Potential is Low to Average.
Cons:
Recommended for experienced dog owners, not an ideal first-time pet.
Clever escape artist.
Stubborn streak and the phrase “willing to please,” used to describe so many breeds, is unknown to him.
Independent-minded, not easy to trainable and doesn’t like water.
Massive destructiveness when bored or left alone too much before being completely trained.
Congo dogs dislike cold and rainy weather condition.
Strong prey drive and not cat friendly. Never allow Basenji run without a leash.
High wanderlust potential, which means this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
These clever dogs also may appear reserved and aloof towards strangers.
Very nervous when going out at night.
Strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite or herd people.
Not the best dog breed for office environment.

Facts:
Basenjis are afraid of the dark because that meant danger in their early homeland.
They often aloof and sleeps about 20 hours a day and their keen nose can scent up to 80 yards away.
Refuse to walk in the rain and don’t like water.
The basenji male will end up growing between the age of 12 months for the smallest sizes and the age of 14 months for the bigger ones.
In Kenya, the dogs are used to lure lions out of their caves.
Like greyhounds and whippets, basenjis use a double suspension gallop when running.

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Akila the Basenji at Theodore Roosevelt Dog Park in Manhattan.

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