Basenji
Hound Group
The Basenji was originally from Democratic Republic of the Congo. This breed typically lives 10-12 years and is generally considered a small size dog. They stand at 15-17 inches from the shoulder and weigh between 20-26 pounds.
Basenji's need roughly 60-120 minutes of exercise. Taking their age, size and exercise needs into account they will need about .75-1 cups of food on average in a day.
Owners of the Basenji will generally describe this dog as affectioante. They are on the easy end of the trainability spectrum and they bark minimally.
When deciding the dog breed for your situation where you live and where the dog will live and play matters. The Basenji likes to live outside. If you plan on having your dog be an inside dog the smallest recommended living space is a not recommended and it will need a yard to stay physically and mentally stimulated.
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The Basenji was originally from Democratic Republic of the Congo. This breed typically lives 10-12 years and is generally considered a small size dog. They stand at 15-17 inches from the shoulder and weigh between 20-26 pounds.
Basenji's need roughly 60-120 minutes of exercise. Taking their age, size and exercise needs into account they will need about .75-1 cups of food on average in a day.
Owners of the Basenji will generally describe this dog as affectioante. They are on the easy end of the trainability spectrum and they bark minimally.
When deciding the dog breed for your situation where you live and where the dog will live and play matters. The Basenji likes to live outside. If you plan on having your dog be an inside dog the smallest recommended living space is a not recommended and it will need a yard to stay physically and mentally stimulated.