Health

Health

Some Basenjis are prone to Fanconi Syndrome and Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA). These issues can be eliminated with careful breeding. When deciding to buy a Basenji it is important to ask the breeder for evidence of testing for these known problems.

The health of your Basenjis can be maintained by providing a balanced diet and regular exercise.

Care Requirements

The Basenji is a natural hunter, with the ability to make the best use of sight, scent and sound – there are very few creatures the Basenji cannot outwit or outrun. This can make them completely oblivious to the dangers of cars or situations that could get them into trouble. For this reason it is extremely important to provide a safe environment by having good fencing.

Grooming is simple as the Basenji rarely ever requires a bath, and will actually clean itself, as does a cat.

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