(this is an 8 week old puppy)
Basenji Conformation
If you've ever visited a dog show, you may have wondered, just what is the judge looking for? The basenji, like every recognized AKC breed, has a written standard that describes the perfect basenji. Of course, no basenji is perfect (despite what their loving owners may think) so it is the judge's job to find the one that comes closest to the basenji described in the standard (on that day).
(this
is an 8 week old puppy)
1. The basenji should be square. Line 1 should be the same as Line 2.
2. Should appear high on leg. Line 10 should not be shorter than Line 9.
3. Hocks well let down. Line 4 should not be more than 1/2 the length of Line 3. (This pup's is rather long)
4. Balanced. Angle 8 should be the same as Angle 7. (this pup has more angulation in the rear)
5. Length of upper arm. The lower line of Angle 7 should be the same length (not shorter than) the upper line of Angle 7.
6. Moderate bend of stifle. Angle 11.
7. Short backed. Line 6 (last rib to point of pelvis) should be shorted than Line 5 (point of withers to last rib).
8. Length of muzzle. Line 12 should be shorter than Line 13.
9. The upper line of Angle 8 determines tail set and creates the 'shelf.'
10. Slight forechest in front of point of shoulder. Point 14
Basenji Movement
1. Point of withers should be straight line to tip of toes.
2. Good rear extension.
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