Lucy the Basenji - Training My Untrainable Dog on DVD

A Breed Notorious for Being Difficult to Train

Basenjis are very intelligent, but also very independent. Unless they see a benefit, they have little interest in obeying their human master. Whether you are planning to get a Basenji or already have one, you will find Bill and Lucy's personal experiences informative and entertaining.

Lucy the Basenji - Basenji Breed, Training, Housebreaking
Lucy the Basenji - Health, Nutrition, Walking, Confinement, Bonding

DVD Chapters:

  • Introduction to the Basenji Breed  Companion to the pharaohs, the Basenji is one of the oldest breeds. Bill describes the unique characteristics of this curly-tailed sighthound from Africa.

  • Training Tips & Tricks  Basenjis do only what they think is in their best interest. Despite Lucy's independence, Bill taught her to sit, stay, come, lay down, roll over and more. He describes his training techniques and demonstrates the results.

  • Housebreaking  Basenjis are barkless dogs, so how do you know when they have to go outside? Bill worked out a clever communications system with Lucy that is simple and very effective.

  • Health & Nutrition  Bill discusses Fanconi syndrome and Hypothyroidism, inherited ailments to which Basenji are susceptible. Food and treat choices made for Lucy keeps her healthy, happy and safe.

  • Walking & Confinement  Controlling a dog inside and outside the home is key. Bill shares his solutions and demonstrates some helpful products.

  • Bonding  We all seek love, respect and trust. Dogs and humans have more in common than you may think. Bill describes how Lucy and he became such a close team.

Tips for a Long Dog Life

• Maintain a healthy weight for your dog.
• Avoid red meat to decrease the risk of cancer.
• Provide lots of exercise or daily walks.
• Keep shots and medications up to date.
• Eliminate stress through consistency and routine.
• Love your dog to make it want to live a long life.

Lucy the Basenji on DVD
Remember, dogs are people too.

Testimonials

As a basenji owner and breeder since 1969, we find this video refreshing and very helpful for anyone planning to get a basenji or who already has one. We have been looking for such a video that was made just for the basenji, well we found it. You're very clear and understandable. The information and training methods are right on.  ~Duane, OK

We watched your video of "Lucy" last night and we loved it! Thank you for producing it. We recently got a Basenji two months ago and love her though she is quite a “handful”.   ~Don, MA

We enjoyed the video very much and appreciate the simple presentation of training. Lucy and you certainly do have a wonderful bond and your delight in her as your companion is evident in you face.  ~Debbie, WA

Wonderful DVD, that Lucy girl is a real charmer!  ~Vicky, OH

Quick shipping...great video...we love Lucy!!!!  ~Marian, PA


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