• Basenji

    This small, short-haired breed has a wrinkled head, tall, pointed ears, and a tightly curled tail. Smooth and poised with dark hazel, almond-shaped eyes, Basenjis always appear ready for adventure.

  • Group: Middle Eastern and African
    Lifespan: 12–14 yr
    Height: 15–17 in
    Weight: 16–34 lb

  • Care

    The Basenji's short, low-maintenance coat usually requires just a weekly combing with a soft-bristle brush or grooming mitt. And you'll likely find your Basenji likes to take charge of their own cleaning, as well. Trimming nails, cleaning ears, and brushing teeth should also be part of every dog's grooming routine, regardless of breed.

    Trimming nails, cleaning ears, and brushing teeth should also be part of every dog's grooming routine, regardless of breed.

  • Disorders

    Fanconi syndrome, Persistent pupillary membranes ( P P M), Pyruvate kinase ( P K) deficiency
    Cataracts, Corneal dystrophy Hip dysplasia, Immunoproliferative ( Basenji) enteropathy/lymphocytic-plasmacytic enteritis, Progressive retinal atrophy
    Retinal dysplasia

    Always visit a professional veterinarian if you believe your dog may have health issues.