The Basenji is a small and agile breed of dog that was originally bred in Africa for hunting small game. They are intelligent, independent, and alert, and make excellent companion dogs.
At a glance
- Life expectancy
- 14–16 years
- Weight
- Male 10–11 kg · Female 9–10 kg
- Height at withers
- Male 41–43 cm · Female 38–41 cm
- Origin
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Coat
- smooth, short
- Colors
- chestnut red and white, black and white, tricolor (black, chestnut red and white), brindle and white
- Hypoallergenic
- No
- Other names
- African Barkless Dog, Congo Dog, African Bush Dog, Ango Angari
- Recognized by
- AKC, FCI, UKC, KC
Traits
Energy
Barking
Shedding
Grooming
Drooling
Trainability
With children
With other dogs
With strangers
Apartment friendly
Daily exercise45 min per day