Upcoming Litters

Plans for our first litter in the winter 2007 were shelved after learning Pippi has
been diagnosed as Fanconi Affected. Unfortunately this beautiful girl now has
become symptomatic with Fanconi Syndrome. We are now doing all we can to
make sure she lives a long and happy life and are very thankful that we caught the
symptoms early on by strip testing and with the knowledge of her status from the
simple blood test. As wonderful of a dog we believe she is, it would be a disservice
to the breed to reproduce known affected dogs this day in age.

We do know breeders with puppies and young adults available to approved homes
at this time and would be happy to put you in touch with them, as well as others with
current breeding plans should you be looking for a puppy.

If you are interested in adding a Basenji to your family, please educate yourself well
on the breeds characteristics and basic health issues beforehand by visiting the
links listed on our home page and the BCOA website. Serious breeders usually
belong to the national parent club for their breed as well as all-breed or local clubs.
Belonging to a club doesn't always guarantee an honest breeder, but does help by
requiring members to abide by a code of ethics members are asked to follow.

Talking in person with several breeders and meeting their dogs is a must and a
valuable tool in determining the best fit for you. Connecting with your breeder is
also essential as they should be someone you trust and enjoy talking with. A
reputable breeder will become your mentor on the breed, offer advice as needed
and even be willing to take their dog back at any age for any reason whatsoever
should you not be able to keep it. If someone is willing to take your money, hand
you a Basenji puppy and say "have fun!" without expecting you to stay in contact over
the years, it may be a sign of someone out to make money who doesn't have your
puppies long term best interest at heart.

Our Basenjis are family raised and always have the run of the house. Kid tested
and cat (dis)approved! When we breed our first litter we will work closely with our
co-breeder(s) on this new adventure in hopes of breeding a healthy, happy, sound
Basenji.

Breeders and owners at local events are usually more than willing to share their
knowledge about the breed, so don't feel shy about asking questions to anyone you
see walking around with a Basenji! Be prepared to answer several questions
about your lifestyle, home, family, etc. as any reputable breeder will want to
interview you as well to determine if a Basenji is the right dog for you. At all costs,
resist the urge to purchase a Basenji from a pet store, generic classified ad or
online sites as these are most likely from "backyard breeders" or "puppy mills"
which are very harmful to the health and integrity of the breed. Basenjis, much like
any other breed, do have health issues that exist. By dealing with a reputable
breeder you can assure that your future Basenjis pedigree has addressed any
health issues and conducted proper testing (eyes, hips, Fanconi stripping,
etc.) throughout the years. Don't be afraid to ask to see proof of health testing
(most definitely the Fanconi blood test!) from your breeder. If test results are not
readily available from the breeder and on the OFA website for both parents and the
puppy you are interested in, please look elsewhere for a puppy. There is no excuse
for any basenji to not be tested!

If possible, please consider an adult or "rescue" Basenji as there are always great
dogs in need of homes! Many breeders have older pups/young adults and retired
show dogs looking for forever homes where they can become cherished pets.
There is a link to Basenji Rescue & Transport on our home page.