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©2013, Natalie Culver, “Just home photo. Dogs are reacting different than I anticipated.
Thought Obike, my momma's boy, would be jealous, but he was instantly concerned
& beside himself trying to figure out how he could help.
(Harry has to drag him away from Hannah's side for walks & he rushes to her bassinet the moment they return).”
Mark your calendars!
Our 17th Annual
Rip Van Wrinkle Basenji Club
Spring/Summer Specialty Fun Match & Annual Meeting
will be held on Sunday, June 23rd, 2013
Please see page 7
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As the Tail Turns
by Ashley Pistorio
Last night Raven went into a crazy puppy teething frenzy. She launched onto the couch and latched onto my arm like I was an ear of corn. I was stuck without a distractor at arm's reach. So I was screeching "ow ow ow no bite!" Desperately seeking the nearest authorized chew toy with my eyes.
Newton, who had been sitting with me and stood up startled when pirahnapup attacked, did what I think may be equivalent to me with my one raised eyebrow. He looked at the spectacle, one ear pointed forward, the other sideways, and paused. Then he jumped down, looked around, and grabbed one of the puppy-sized chew toys. He brought it up and placed it in front of her, and she promptly turned her choppers on the toy.
Problem solved.
Basenji rule: to confuse your foe, break dance.
Lotte Schaeffer Hotaling
