Affectionate
Curious
Playful
Alert
Energetic
Intelligent

Loving
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Lively
Gentle
Sweet
Inquisitive
Bold

Basenjis shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Patterbeas are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Central Africa (Zaire and the Congo)

United Kingdom

African Bush Dog

Patterdale Terrier and Beagle

Ancient

Unknown

Black
Brown

Black

White
Black
Brindle
Red

Black
White
Red
Brown
Blue

Basenjis have short coats.

Patterbeas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Basenji can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Patterbea can have a litter of 2-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Basenjis have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patterbeas are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

PRA
Fanconi Syndrome
Basenji Enteropathy

Pulmonic Stenosis
Hip Dysplasia
Periodontal Disease

Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

Patellar Luxation
Distichiasis
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

Eye
Dna Test For Pk
Fanconi Urine Test
Full Body Physical Examination

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination

Basenji has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Patterbea has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Basenjis are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Patterbeas sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Shake, Running, Sniffing, Cuddling, Destroying toys, Marking, Run, Play with Toys, Dog Parks, Walk, Being pet, Fetch, Smelling, Out, Catch treats, Play keep away, Play, Chase, Tracking, Eating Snacks, Walking, Mischif, Hiking, Lounging, Mountain biking, Off-leash, Fetch-ish, Trail running, Long hikes

Fetch, Rough play

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basenji, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Patterbea, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Basenjis usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Patterbeas usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Basenji is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

The Patterbea has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Basenji should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Patterbea should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Clipper

Basenjis have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Basenjis are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Patterbeas make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Basenjis are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Patterbeas are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Basenjis are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Patterbeas are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Basenjis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Patterbeas are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Basenjis have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Patterbeas are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Basenjis are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Patterbeas are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.