Unless otherwise noted, dogs on this page are listed as a courtesy to third party shelters, rescue groups and individuals. Unless specified, they are not BRAT-owned dogs. In the absence of clear documentation and/or first-hand knowledge of the mixes listed on this page, the determination of origin must be made on each dog's appearance. It is our goal to post only those dogs that share characteristics of the purebred Basenji. BRAT does not presume to know the parentage of mixes and does not assure that the parentage includes any Basenji. Potential adopters are advised to objectively evaluate their own situation and needs, and match them with the personality and behavior of the adoptee, irrespective of parentage. If you are interested in one of these dogs, click on their name and email the third-party owner. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about how our mix program operates, email our Mix Coordinator. - FOR ADOPTION IN MISSOURIBasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me!

- FOR ADOPTION IN TEXASBasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me! - FOR ADOPTION IN NEW YORKBasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me! - FOR ADOPTION IN FLORIDABasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me! - FOR ADOPTION IN ARIZONABasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me! - FOR ADOPTION IN VIRGINIABasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me! (by Iwonaa Konczak) Carolyn was very urgent at a high kill shelter. A wonderful man contacted me and offered to foster Carolyn. She was pulled from the shelter, and is no longer in danger. She is in a foster home and bonding with her new foster sister. Thank you, Rescue Me! -- 1,155 Basenji Dogs have been adopted on Rescue Me! - FOR ADOPTION IN ALABAMABasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me! - FOR ADOPTION IN MICHIGANBasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me! - FOR ADOPTION IN WISCONSINBasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me! - FOR ADOPTION IN INDIANABasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me! - FOR ADOPTION IN NEW JERSEYBasenji ► RESCUE ALERT Rescue Me! (by Harvey Doty) We had been searching for a playmate and companion for our Chocolate Lab, Jack, for about a month.

We had a couple of meet and greets with two other dogs that didn't work out for us. They were with other rescues and then we found Joyful Rescues through Rescue Me. They expedited our application when hearing we had been approved by other rescues, and so we selected Kendra, a three-year-old Basenji mix as our choice to add to o...ur pack. What a choice she has turned out to be. She is such a sweet, crazy girl who just loves her men, both canine and human. We are so thankful for allowing us to adopt her into our home. The whole experience was more than pleasant, and we would recommend you to anyone interested in adopting. Thanks again, Harvey and Gail -- 994 Basenji Dogs have been adopted on Rescue Me! Basenjis, the "barkless" dogs of Africa, are known for their unusual appearance and cat-like temperament. Intelligent and appealing, their alert, quizzical look and affectionate nature easily endear them to the heart. their sometimes mischievous exuberance can bring many a surprise to the unprepared!

To find out more about this amazing breed, please refer to our About Basenjis page, and also this excellent documentation from Wikipedia. Colorado Basenji Rescue is a "not-for-profit" organization composed exclusively of volunteers, and is associated with: We work closely with area shelters to become aware of Basenjis needing placement into new homes, and when necessary, we arrange foster home care for Basenjis that have fallen on hard times. Dollar Curtains And Blinds SaleWe take requests from people wishing to place their dogs in other homes, place Basenjis in qualified homes, and participate in public education activities to teach about breed characteristics and responsible pet ownership. Skid Steer Auger Attachments SaleOur organization is funded solely through the kindness of others, and donations are graciously accepted.Ready Made Curtains Houston Texas

Family:sighthound, scenthound, primitive, Southern (pariah) Area of origin:Central Africa (Zaire and the Congo) Original function:hunting small game Average size of male:Ht: 17, Wt: 24 Average size of female:Ht: 16, Wt: 22 Other names:Congo dog, Congo terrier Basenji Dogs Available on Petfinder Right Now Some consider the Basenji to have terrier-like mannerisms because he is feisty for a hound. More often he is considered catlike in mannerisms: clever, inquisitive, stubborn, independent and reserved. His hunting roots are very evident, as he loves to chase and trail. He needs regular mental and physical stimulation, lest he become frustrated and destructive. Basenjis may be barkless, but they are not mute. They do make a sort of yodel, howl and shriek and occasionally bark, but just one or two fox barks at a time. The Basenji is an active dog that needs daily mental and physical exercise. His needs can be met by a long walk followed by a vigorous game, or by running freely in a safe, enclosed area.

He does best as an indoor dog with access to a yard. Coat care is minimal, consisting of only occasional brushing to remove dead hair. Major concerns: Fanconi syndrome, PRA, Basenji enteropathy Minor concerns: PPM, PK Suggested tests: eye, DNA test for PK, Fanconi urine test Life span: 12-14 years Dogs Related to the Basenji Interested in the history of the Basenji dog breed? The Basenji is among the most primitive of breeds, discovered on the African Congo with Pygmy hunters. Early explorers called the dogs after the tribes that owned them or the area in which they were found, such as Zande dogs or Congo terriers. The native tribes used the dogs (which often wore large bells around their necks) as pack hunters, driving game into nets. Early attempts to bring basenjis to England in the late 1800s and early 1900s were unsuccessful because the dogs all succumbed to distemper. In the 1930s, a few dogs were successfully brought back to England and became the foundation (along with subsequent imports from the Congo and Sudan) of the breed outside of Africa.

The name Basenji, or 'bush thing', was chosen. The early imports attracted much attention, and soon after the Basenji was brought to America. The breed's popularity as both a pet and show dog grew modestly but steadily. In the 1950s, a surge of popularity occurred as a result of a book and movie featuring a Basenji. The 1980s saw two important but controversial events for the Basenji in America. First, several Basenjis were brought from Africa in an attempt to widen the gene pool and combat some widespread hereditary health problems; some of these dogs introduced the previously unrecognized brindle color into the breed. Second, the Basenji was recognized by the American Sighthound Field Association as a sighthound and was allowed to compete in lure-coursing trials. Its body structure and hunting style had previously been deemed too unsighthound-like. The Basenji has always been hard to categorize. He retains several primitive characteristics, most notably his lack of barking ability and its yearly, rather than twice yearly, estrus cycle.