Basenji Dog Breed
- Size
- Small
- Height
- Males - at least 17 inches at the withersFemales - at least 15 inches at the withers
- Weight
- Males - 22 to 26 lbs., Females - 20 to 24 lbs.
- Coat
- Short
- Color
- Chestnut red, black, tricolor, or brindle; all colors have white feet, chest and tall tip
- Energy
- High
- Activities
- Agility, Field Trials, Hunting Tests, Conformation, Lure Coursing, Obedience
An elegant, lightly built hunting dog from Africa, the Basenji is known as the “Barkless Dog” due to his making a noise that sounds like a yodel when excited. His distinctive features are a wrinkled forehead and tightly curled tail. Though aloof around strangers, the Basenji is an affectionate, alert and intelligent breed full of activity and play. The Basenji’s short, odor-free coat requires minimal grooming.
Did you know
One of the oldest dog breeds, it is believed that Basenjis were given as gifts to the Pharaohs of ancient Egypt.