All about Basenji dog breed
Name | Basenji |
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Other names | African Barkless Dog; Congo Dog; African Bush Dog; Zande Dog; Ango Angari |
Origin | Congo |
Size | Medium |
Group | Hound (AKC); Sighthounds (UKC) |
Height | Males: About 16 – 17 inches (approx. 41 – 43 cm); Females: About 15 – 16 inches (approx. 38 – 41 cm) |
Weight | Males: 22 – 26 lbs (about 10 – 12 kg) Females: 20 – 25 lbs (about9 – 11 kg) |
Color | Black; Black & White; Red; Tan; Brindle; Tri-color |
Litter size | about 4 – 6 puppies |
Life span | About 12 years |
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Kid friendly | ![]() |
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