www .petsplace.co.za Petsplace is one of South Africa's biggest and oldest pet websites |
|
|
Dogs - Basenji
About the breed Some say the Basenji originated in Central Africa, others say Egypt. They certainly originated on the African continent. They were bred for hunting, and are still used for hunting in Africa today. Basenjis don't bark but make a more melodious sound, and they can howl. A Basenji has a short coat which the dog himself keeps clean. He has tightly curled tail, ears pricked up, and a wrinkled brow. The tail uncurls at times. The Basenji bitch usually only mates once a year or less, so they are a scarce breed in South Africa. Hounds often take a little determination to train, so start when the dog is young. They can make good pets and good watchdogs. Colour: red and white, black and white, or black, white and tan. Basenjis must have white at the tip of the tail, and white paws. Height: Males 43 cms at the shoulder, Females 40 cms. Class: Hound
| ||||||||
|
