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The Basenji Out of Africa, Revised Edition: A New Look (Pure-Bred S.)

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I bought this book because I thought it would give me more of the day to day sense of what my life would be like with a Basenji, but really, I found it to be more geared for people who are into breeding and showing more so than for just us pet people. The history information was a nice addition, though.

I bought this book while I was researching breeds, and because of it my decision is made! Susan Coe does an excellent job of offering a complete overveiw of the basenji--not just the good stuff, but some of the trials and tribualtions of them as well. She included a history of the breed and their introduction to America as well as things to consider before breeding your pet. The book is a wonderful addition to the basenji fancier's library.

I have read many books on the Basenji. This is the most comprehensive. If you were to buy only one basenji book, this is the one.

A very informative and interesting book about the BASENJI. I wasn't really interested in the breeding aspect of it. I was more interested in the traits and character of the breed.Very interesting .It helped me to understand and fully appreciate my special one ( Benny ) ..My hats off to Susan Coe , this book had more information about Basenji's than I have ever seen in all books combined. Colored pictures would have been an added plus..

This book went on a bit about specific basenjis and their blood lines. I found it a bit technical to tell you the truth. The first couple of chapters were excellent though where the author describes the personality of the fabulously independent basenji dog. Probably great if you are a breeder or seriously into the history of the basenji.

I own and love these dogs. This book helped a lot in answering many questions about the breed. A must for any Basenji household.

If you own a basenji or are curious about them, this book is for you!

Coe tells us plenty about basenjis, which are native to eastern Zaire. These expressive dogs rarely pant, they rarely bark, and they rarely are obedient. More than any other dogs, they will look you straight in the eye. And they yodel in approval when you show up or offer food.

These 30-pound dogs are very handsome, as they each sit like an Anubis. A black-and-white one will appear to be wearing a perpetual tuxedo, with ears up and a curled-up tail. They are fast and energetic escape artists. They are short-haired, and dislike cold or wet weather. One problem is that many of them have a tendency to nip at people without provocation.

The author has a discussion of top show basenjis, with pictures of several of them. And advice for those who want to take their basenjis hunting, or racing (lure coursing), or enter their dog in obedience competitions (good luck!). And there's plenty of advice on breeding basenjis and caring for them.

It's a great book for those who are interested in this unusual breed.

The basenji is a beautiful and exotic dog. They are very distinctive looking from their high, wrinkled foreheads to their doubly curled tails. Swift and long legged, the basenji moves with the grace of an Impala (the antelope, not the Chevrolet). Basenjis laugh and make a yodeling sound instead of barking. They also don't shed. Females come into season once a year whereas other breeds come into season twice a year.

Basenjis have a long established history. They were the beloved pets of ancient Egyptian nobility. They figured prominently in art and Egyptian culture. Anubis, the Egyptian God of the underworld had a basenji head. Basenji shaped footstools and paintings of the exotic dog graced Egyptian homes and can now be found in museums.

Basenjis were brought from Africa to Europe in the 1930s and have since become a loved and recognized breed worldwide.

This book is a treasure trove of history about a delightful ancient breed. The pictures alone will delight any reader. Basenjis are truly special, lovable dogs.

This is a must have anyone that loves the Basenji. It is filled with an excellent history of the Basenji breed.