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.
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.