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Facts About Basenji

Basenjis are commonly referred to as barkless dogs or African Bush dogs. It is one of the most ancient breeds which originated in the African continent. They are small and peculiar looking and are quite elegant and athletic. The coat of this breed can be of different colors -- black, copper or red. It is quite lustrous and silky. Their feet are white. Patches of white are also generally observed at the tail tip as well as the chest.

Does Frontline Plus Kill Ear Mites ?

Ear mites are tiny insects living on the surface of the ear of the dog and may be very disturbing for the animal as the ears become inflamed and the skin becomes red. The ears develop a foul smell due to the infection and have to be immediately attended to if the infection starts showing up. Otherwise, the dog would keep shaking its head very vigorously.

History Of Dog Breeding

Humans may have neglected other animals, but have fed and allowed for the existence of the animals which are useful to them. They have fed and protected the dogs, and established relationship with them. For many hundreds of decades, humans have domesticated these animals which have now become a friend of humans.