r/Basenji • • Feb 01 '26

No ID my breed or similar posts

32 Upvotes

Putting this up since it seems people don’t actually read the posting rules.

We get several ID my breed posts and it’s always the same: “is my dog part Basenji?” Yet there is zero resemblance.

Reddit makes the posting rules pretty accessible yet we still receive several of these posts.

**ANY ID MY DOG POSTS WILL BE REMOVED AND USER MAY FACE A PERMANENT BAN** This includes posts that tip toe around this rule. Go to r/IDmydog and get a blood test to find out.


r/Basenji • • Sep 17 '25

Baroooooo FLAIR

14 Upvotes

Edit: User Flair is now available too! Oh the excitement of it all.

Hello!

Thanks to an intrepid user u/AlpsUnlikely , we now have some lovely post flair. Please use it so that this wonderful slice of Reddit can be organised in a much better way.

Looking forward to a colourful subreddit. 😁


r/Basenji • • 4h ago

Just for Fun They know this was put there just for them!

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15 Upvotes

My dad laid out this sleeping bag and asked me to roll it up. Jace and Elora are positive he put it there just for them! Try and get them to nap on a dog bed though? Absolutely not! That is beneath them 😂


r/Basenji • • 1d ago

Just for Fun Sisters playing

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50 Upvotes

r/Basenji • • 1d ago

Riddle & Chula

29 Upvotes

We've made a new friend in the city. 2nd time we got to meet up with my friend and his dig Chula.


r/Basenji • • 1d ago

Meetup Join Us - New York City Basenji Meetup - 25 October 2026

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17 Upvotes

Sunday’s weather looks sunny and in the 50s, peak conditions for running basenjis. 😀 Bring your dog for a run/tussle in the park.

Sunday, 25 October 2026
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Large Dog Run
Washington Square Park

Facebook Event (Basenji.NYC group)
NYC Basenji Website


r/Basenji • • 1d ago

Meetup video - "Five Basenjis and a Friend in the Sun" - NYC Basenji Meetup 18 October 2026

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24 Upvotes

https://youtu.be/B3FCq0SjAVo

Five basenjis were joined by their fun friend Sailor Jerry on a sunny autumn morning in the park.

Today’s dogs:
• Bella Luna (3 y/o female)
• Mia (9 y/o female)
• Kepler (12 y/o male)
• Leah (6 y/o female)
• Uni (5 y/o female)
• Sailor Jerry (2 y/o male)

Music:
“Dance With You”
by Everet Almond
YouTube Audio Library

Event: New York City Basenji Meetup - 18 October 2026
Location: Washington Square Park, New York City
Starting temperature: 50°F|10°C

Subscribe to New York City basenji meetup videos on YouTube


r/Basenji • • 4d ago

Basenji Quirks Rain = brakes on

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192 Upvotes

Front paws together, back paws splayed.

It's a classic pose I've come to know so well....

"I shall not be moved!"


r/Basenji • • 4d ago

Just for Fun Just a görl having a run

95 Upvotes

r/Basenji • • 4d ago

Photography Trinity; my face card

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56 Upvotes

r/Basenji • • 5d ago

BCOA National Specialty 2026

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143 Upvotes

Some of my favorite photos I took at the show! (And the last three of Percy from Norcalbulldogger)

No points for our little guy this weekend but it was a great experience and we showed our best!

I also got to be the unofficial photographer for top 20!

For the national, Percy got 🔴second🔴 in his class!


r/Basenji • • 5d ago

Meetup photos - NYC Basenji Meetup - 18 October 2026

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58 Upvotes

Edit (23 Oct): video posted

Five basenjis and their friend Sailor Jerry gathered on a beautiful sunny October morning in Washington Square Park, New York City. On hand were Bella Luna (female, 3—years-old,) Sailor Jerry (male, 2-years-old,) Uni (female, 5-years-old,) Leah (female, 6-years-old,) Mia (female, 9-years-old,) and Kepler (male, 12-years-old.) Starting temperature: 50°F|10°C


r/Basenji • • 6d ago

Frosty morning run

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45 Upvotes

r/Basenji • • 6d ago

DMV Basenji MeetUp - Sunday, October 25, 2026

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26 Upvotes

Join us for a gathering of local basenji for play time amongst the pups and fun stories amongst the pawrents.

Sunday, October 25, 2026
9:00 AM
S Street Dog Park
17th & S Streets NW
Washington, DC 20009


r/Basenji • • 8d ago

Is my lifestyle suitable for a Basenji?

8 Upvotes

Hello, we’re a family (youngest 16yr) who lives in London who are interested in getting another dog. We have a house in the countryside where we spend our weekends and weeks at a time during holidays with a large garden and miles of coasts and river walks which we would like our dog to accompany us on, easily hours a day of exercise. That being said, when we are London we don’t have as much time, and the dog would have to be left at home alone for hours at a time (once settled in) and walked far less often, for shorter periods, sometimes (though rarely) just let out into the garden, but usually at least a 20min walk every day, though we have a relatively large (for london) garden. Our other dog, a very relaxed Boston terrier with very little exercise needs is somewhat territorial to new dogs, but relaxes after a short while and I am confident she will be fine with proper supervision.


r/Basenji • • 8d ago

Night time sleeping aggression

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98 Upvotes

I love my baby girls, but Zoey my red-and-I white Basenji is super nice, but Opal, my black-and-white Basenji has some nighttime aggression issues with growling and possessiveness of her sleeping area. I’ve heard that two female Basenji’s together have these types of issues, but I am just curious if any of you have advice.


r/Basenji • • 9d ago

Meet Whisper!

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86 Upvotes

Just adopted this week and she is the sweetest and smartest little cuddle bug.


r/Basenji • • 9d ago

Comfortable

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46 Upvotes

It's all her's


r/Basenji • • 9d ago

Meetup Join Us! - New York City Basenji Meetup - 18 October 2026

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19 Upvotes

Edit (18 Oct) photos posted
Edit (23 Oct) video posted

Sunday is predicted to be cool without rain. The cool weather should inspire action across the dog run. 😀 Bring your puppies, whatever their age, for a run/tussle in the park.

Sunday, 18 October 2026
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Large Dog Run
Washington Square Park

Facebook Event (Basenji.NYC group)
https://barkless.dog/basenji-gatherings/18-oct-2026


r/Basenji • • 10d ago

Wrong answers only

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120 Upvotes

What is she making a face at?


r/Basenji • • 11d ago

Photography Finally the sun ☀️

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85 Upvotes

Great to walk around the Wharf. Stopped at Titanic Memorial for a quick photo.


r/Basenji • • 12d ago

A warm autumn day makes for a very happy girl

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110 Upvotes

r/Basenji • • 12d ago

Morning wrestling match

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34 Upvotes

I'm always amused by our Basenji and how he seems to unhinge his jaw to pounce on his older larger brother during play time.

Little dude is too fast for me to get the 90° open maw in frame mid pounce in the early light.


r/Basenji • • 13d ago

Training Leash training – is it even possible?

17 Upvotes

Has anyone ever managed to teach a Basenji to walk nicely on a loose leash? Is it even possible? Or at least to pay attention to you when you're out on a walk and respond to commands? 😅


r/Basenji • • 13d ago

Query UK B fam - who are you insured with?

3 Upvotes

We are currently insured with Pet Plan as they were brilliant for our previous cat and dog.

However the renewal is over £70/month for Roo (healthy, under 5 years old, no pre- existing conditions).

Yes, I know Pet Plan are gold standard. But that is a ton of money so we are shopping around.

Any recommendations would be great!