Hound

Basenji

Catlike hound known for yodeling; clean, clever, and energetic with a mischievous streak.

Basenji
Light On SheddingNot A Big BarkerVery Playful
AKC

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Size
Small
Life
13-14 years
Group
Hound
Origin
Central Africa

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Reviewed 2026-04-13

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