For small dogs add approximately 1/2 inch to the dogs exact circumference of his snout. Growth of Basenji female: According to its size, the weight of the Basenji female at 3 months should be between 3.9 and 4.7 kg. The Basenji Standard states: Ideal height for dogs is 17 inches and bitches 16 inches. It is short backed and lightly built, appearing high on the leg compared to its length. RECOMMENDED COLLAR WIDTH. AVERAGE COLLAR SIZE. Dogs 17 inches and bitches 16 inches from front of chest to point of buttocks. To keep your Basenji in, you need higher fences than you might imagine for their small size. Basenji muzzle Please measure your dogs snout (scroll down for sizing chart)!

AVERAGE WEIGHT (pounds) COMMON BREED EXAMPLES: XS (7" - 11") 5/8" 13 - 18: Basenji, Bedlington Terrier, Bichon Frise, Border Collie, Cocker Spaniel, Miniature Dachshund, Dandie Dinmont Terrier, Havanese, Jack Russel, Pug, Skye Terrier, Shi Tzu, West Highland White Terrier, Whippet, Wire Fox Terrier. Colors can be red, black, black and tan or brindle, all with white markings. Size, Proportion, Substance . Approximate weight for dogs, 24 pounds and bitches, 22 pounds. Basenjis can also climb, so some owners have to use a wire pen with a covered top! Basenji Quick Facts: AKC recognized in 1943 Lifespan: 12-16 years Size: Medium Energy: Medium Recommended Crate Size: 30” dog crate* Return to main Dog Crate Size Breed Chart. Lightly built within this height to weight ratio. At 6 months, the Basenji female weighs on average between 7 kg for the smallest individuals and 8.5 kg for the largest individuals. While known as a barkless dog, the basenji does "yodel" and growl, so it is not mute. The long legs relative to the overall size contribute to the basenji's speed and agility. Circumference - measure approximately 1 inch below his eyes around the snout. How to measure your dogs snout: Length - measure your dog from his eyes to the tip of his nose.

Physically, puppies grow rapidly in height and length for about the first six months, then those growth rates slow somewhat while the adolescent Basenji "fills out" by gaining muscle mass and fat; a Basenji is normally at or near its full adult size by 12-14 months. The Basenji is a small, short haired hunting dog from Africa. Basenji puppy development from birth to full maturity typically spans 14-16 months. You may also need to sink wire into the ground along the fence line to thwart digging. The coat is uniformly short and smooth.