One of the oldest breeds of dogs he is native to Africa where he is used to assist beaters in flushing game which is then driven into nets strung up against trees. The Basenji will make a good pet as long as he is handled on a regular basis from an early age. White on his chest, feet and tail tips. Daily exercise will prevent obesity. Curiosity may cause him to wander if left off leash or in an unfenced area.
House training comes easily as they are naturally clean creatures.
Females usually only have one season a year which will last up to 30 days. The Basenji was imported to England in the 1930's and then made his way to America in 1941.