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Basenji puppies and dogs in Los Angeles, California

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Sonny

Basenji

Male, Young
Los Angeles, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Sonny and Cher were found running the streets in South LA, weaving in and out of traffic and circling the blocks scavenging and desperate for food.  He had on a collar so our director watched them for a good 30-40 minutes, hoping they would run home... They suddenly ended up on the steps to the 77th Police Station where they found some old pizza in a planter.  They then proceeded to patrol access and people were too afraid to approach the entrance to the Police station with them guarding the steps, and no one came out or stopped to help, so with only 2 cans of cat food and 1/2 a sandwich from lunch our director decided to see if they would be friends or foes.  Immediately Cher ran up and said hello -- it took about 20 minutes but she was able to get her to jump in the car... Sonny was a whole other story ... it took about 2 hours to catch him, but eventually, the car-trap worked and the duo, as if finally sensing they were safe, curled up into each other for a long rest.  Neither dog was chipped, Cher was in heat, and Sonny was her devoted bodyguard ... we don't know if/when/how they came together -- but once they were both fixed the bond was broken.  He is SUCH a little love -- he does have a bit of separation anxiety now -- but that's likely because he finally feels safe.  He is gentle and sweet and seems to have been potty trained but had clearly never been on a leash and it didn't seem like he was touched very much -- now he LOVES it! And he's getting used to the leash and is a champ in a crate - such a fast learner and a very good boy. We have been looking for their people but no one has come forward and it's time they found homes and someone of their own who can really love and care for them.   Whoever you are -- you're about to have a very BEST FREIND(s) for life!    Please apply HERE: https://forms.gle/67CmuBhiQMf1hYov9March 24, 2025, 4:03 pm

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Penny

Basenji Labrador Retriever

Female, 6 yrs 8 mos
Beverly Hills, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Penny, a 6-year-old Basenji mix with a heart full of love and a spirited personality. Originally from Mexico, Penny made her way to California in December 2020 and was quickly adopted. However, she was returned when her previous family found out they were expecting a baby, and Penny wasn’t comfortable around the little one. Penny is a sweet and loving dog who thrives in the right environment. She’s fully house trained, never has accidents inside, and is a joy to have around. Penny enjoys long walks and playing with her toys, but she also loves relaxing and taking naps next to her favorite people. While Penny is not good with other dogs, cats, or kids, she is an ideal companion in a home where she can be the sole focus of attention. She’s working on her reactivity to other dogs on walks, so a patient family willing to help her through her anxiety would be the perfect fit. If you’re looking for a loyal and affectionate dog who will shower you with love and appreciate a calm, dog-free home, Penny is ready to become a cherished member of your family.
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Hyunmi

Basenji Jindo

Male, 1 yr 5 mos
Torrance, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
✅Currently located in South Korea✅️ 💟Available to fly to LAX💟 Meet Hyunmi💕 (It means brown rice in Korean) 💙 Update Account: @adogs_hyunme 1⃣ Health Status • Neutered: Yes • Others:  • Microchipped  • Heartworm negative 2⃣ Rescue Story Hyunmi was rescued from the Gimje shelter where he had been staying with his sibling #ADogsGiri. Since they were still very young and the shelter environment posed a high risk of infectious disease, they were both rescued before spending their entire puppyhood there. 3⃣ Personality & Behavior • With People: Hyunmi likes people but is a bit shy around strangers at first. He may bark when approached, but calms down when corrected. With familiar people, he loves to follow them around and cuddle—he wags his tail, relaxes in their lap, and even shows his belly for pets! • With Dogs: He’s timid around unfamiliar dogs, but he plays joyfully and wrestles with familiar ones, especially his current foster sibling. He’s been showing increasing dependence on his foster sibling, so it’s being closely monitored. • With Cats: Shows little to no interest, even when encountering them directly. • Separation Anxiety: He does well alone and also enjoys playing when accompanied by other dogs. If left with an unfamiliar person, he may be shy but warms up with treats and relaxes. • Potty Training: Mostly prefers outdoor potty. When indoors, he tends to use the bathroom area over pee pads. • Grooming & Handling: He tries to run away before baths but stays still once it begins. He vocalizes during nail trimming to express discomfort, but it’s manageable. • Walking & Leash Training: He avoids being leashed at first, but once the leash is on, he walks just fine. If someone other than his foster tries to leash him, he gets scared. When startled by cars or motorcycles during walks, he freezes and needs to be carried to a calmer area before resuming. • Car Rides: Has done well on short trips and usually rests calmly. 4⃣ Special Notes • Knows “Sit,” “Lie down,” “Wait,” and “Turn”! • He’s sensitive and can yelp when startled or when rough play gets overwhelming. Loud, sudden sounds tend to scare him. • He’s more comfortable eating when others aren’t around—currently fed separately to help him feel secure.
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Mukgoo

Basenji Jindo

Male, 5 yrs 9 mos
Torrance, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
**He is currently in Seattle** Mukgoo is about 5 years old. He was found near an army base in Korea and immigrated to America around the age of 1 on President’s Day of 2020. He is an incredibly smart and lovable dog. He is kind and loves people (loves dogs and people). He will eat almost anything (except veggies). He can be a jumper when he gets very excited. He prefers households with another dog and a big yard to run around in but it’s not a non-negotiable. He has always adjusted well to whatever the circumstance. Overall, he’s a good dog and he’s got a lot of love to give. I’m having to give him up due to being unable to raise him in my current life stage. In no way, this is due to any bad behaviors or anything. He’s a really kind-hearted and sweet dog. Likes - He loves playing fetch (quickest way to his heart), rolling in the grass, puppycinos, ice cream, snow, people, dogs - Historically has liked lamb, fish skin, salmon, bully sticks, dental sticks, sweet potato, etc. In general, he loves to eat~ - Very social and prefers to greet other dogs and people, including dog parks, doggy day cares Dislikes - He dislikes bath but who does - He doesn’t like being alone but can manage a few hours if needed - No longer is a fan of veggies - Fireworks and big noises Things to Watch out for - Throwing up: If you let him freely eat grass, he’ll throw up. When he feels stressed, he can react by throwing up. - He can be independent when he is fixated on things. Just be patient with him and he will come back to focus on you. He is a people pleaser. - He rarely barks. He may bark when other dogs bark but even that is rare. He is more of a whiner. If he needs to let you know something, he will whine. - Not a counter surfer but can be if you let him Commands He knows his basic commands (sit, down, hand, etc.) and is open to learning new ones as well. Potty He is used to peeing and pooing outside. Once you create a regular spot and time for him, it’s clockwork. Otherwise, just be aware when he whines that it may be time to go. - At a high level, he knows “go potty” and “go poo” as a sign to go to the bathroom - He will rarely go pee or poo inside the home. Once in a million tries, a thing like that can happen during the night but he’s really sorry when he does. Leash He has never been fully off-leash, only in areas that condone it (home, backyard, dog park, etc.). He is not one to go off-leash and run away. He’ll run around and try to have you play with him. Keep him on a short leash if you need to focus on walking as he can veer away due to his interest in sniffing. Once on a short leash, he’ll understand and walk along. However, give him time to sniff as he is very curious with smells. Sleep He can sleep together or on his own if you’re in a different room or floor. He is also loves to cuddle up as well. When there’s fireworks, it’s recommended you sleep where he sees you because he’s afraid of the loud sounds. Food He is on one meal a day. If you give him two meals a day, he may not eat the first meal. Snacks though he loves. He knows how to sit and wait for food. He is currently on Costco’s salmon and sweet potato meal.
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Milo (HDS)

Basenji Jindo

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Los Angeles, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
❗Current location: in a private shelter in South Korea❗ • Rescue Story : There was a stray dog that wandered around the private shelter in South Korea for years. One day, she gave birth to a litter of several puppies, and sadly she lost most of her babies during labor as well as her own life. Milo was the only puppy who lived then and became a testament to the hope that can be found in an awful situation. He has been taken care of at the shelter since, looking for a loving forever home where he can grow and thrive. • Personality: Friendly, Active, Playful Milo is such a lovable pup who likes to play with people and doggos! He would be a great fit in a family that enjoys outdoor activities! • Affinity - With Cats: Not tested - With Dogs: Gets along with other dogs except for aggressive ones. - With Adults/Kids: Super sweet around people including men / not tested for kids • Walking Manner: In training. • Housetrained: He would use the bathroom outdoors if adopted. • Shedding: 5-7 • Food Allergies: No allergies found so far • Bath/Brushing: Tolerates both. • Separation Anxiety: None. • Bark or Howl: He doesn't bark unless he is left in a confined space. • Carsickness: Not experienced • Likes & Dislikes: He loves toys, treats, and people! / Not a fan of aggressive dogs.
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Violet

Basenji Mutt

Female, Young
Lomita, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Violet was rescued after being hit by a car and taken to the shelter. We were hoping to find her a good home but haven’t had any luck. She currently stays with a college student who dorms at school and she was given a warning that she couldn’t keep her there anymore, she only has until 5/2/25 to re-home her. Violet has tons of energy! She loves to play, she would make a great hiking buddy and is affectionate as well. She learns fast, walks well on a leash and knows commands. She gets a long great with large dogs but likes to show dominance with smaller ones. If you are willing to foster, we are open to that as well.
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Sonny

Basenji

Male, Young
Los Angeles, CA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Sonny and Cher were found running the streets in South LA, weaving in and out of traffic and circling the blocks scavenging and desperate for food.  He had on a collar so our director watched them for a good 30-40 minutes, hoping they would run home... They suddenly ended up on the steps to the 77th Police Station where they found some old pizza in a planter.  They then proceeded to patrol access and people were too afraid to approach the entrance to the Police station with them guarding the steps, and no one came out or stopped to help, so with only 2 cans of cat food and 1/2 a sandwich from lunch our director decided to see if they would be friends or foes.  Immediately Cher ran up and said hello -- it took about 20 minutes but she was able to get her to jump in the car... Sonny was a whole other story ... it took about 2 hours to catch him, but eventually, the car-trap worked and the duo, as if finally sensing they were safe, curled up into each other for a long rest.  Neither dog was chipped, Cher was in heat, and Sonny was her devoted bodyguard ... we don't know if/when/how they came together -- but once they were both fixed the bond was broken.  He is SUCH a little love -- he does have a bit of separation anxiety now -- but that's likely because he finally feels safe.  He is gentle and sweet and seems to have been potty trained but had clearly never been on a leash and it didn't seem like he was touched very much -- now he LOVES it! And he's getting used to the leash and is a champ in a crate - such a fast learner and a very good boy. We have been looking for their people but no one has come forward and it's time they found homes and someone of their own who can really love and care for them.   Whoever you are -- you're about to have a very BEST FREIND(s) for life!    Please apply HERE: https://forms.gle/67CmuBhiQMf1hYov9March 24, 2025, 4:03 pm

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BRI

Shiba Inu

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Los Angeles, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
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Yuta

Shiba Inu

Male, Senior
Los Angeles, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🐾 **Sweet Senior Gentleman Seeks Forever Home** 🐾 Hi everyone! Meet this gentle 9-year-old boy who needs a loving new family due to his owner’s relocation. A true furry gentleman, he’s calm, well-mannered, and ready to share his golden years with a caring adopter! ✨ **Why He’s Paw-fect** ✨ ✅ **Angel Behavior**: Never barks, guards food, or destroys furniture. Fully potty-trained (only one accident during a midnight upset stomach—and he still rushed to the bathroom!). ✅ **Active Soul**: Loves morning jogs and sunset walks, but equally adores solo playtime (a chew toy keeps him happy for hours!). ✅ **Human Whisperer**: Melts into a puddle of cuddles for *anyone*—kids, delivery folks, strangers… Prepare for instant belly-up greetings! ⚠️ **Note**: Traumatized by large dogs earlier in life. **Not suited for multi-pet homes** (slow introductions to small dogs possible).
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soldam

Jindo Shiba Inu

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Los Angeles, CA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Soldam - Your Loving and Loyal Companion! ♥️💕🐾 ♥️Breed: Jindo and Shiba Mix ♥️Age: 4 years old ♥️Gender: Female ♥️Weight: 8kg (17 Lbs) ♥️Spayed/Neutered: Yes ♥️Medical Issues: None ✅️Personality & Temperament: • Affectionate & Friendly: Soldam loves being close to her humans and enjoys being petted. She thrives on affection and loves receiving attention. • Great with People: She is comfortable around both men and women, and she is also wonderful with children. • Dog-Friendly: She greets other dogs carefully and enjoys their company, though she also loves soaking up love and attention for herself. • Not Cat-Tested: She has not lived with cats but has shown mild prey drive outside, occasionally chasing birds or cats briefly. • Calm at Home: She has a relaxed demeanor indoors but enjoys playtime with toys when she’s bored. • Protective Barker: She will alert you when there are noises outside or if another dog is barking. • Not Destructive: She does not display destructive behavior and prefers chewing on toys. ✅️ Training & Habits: • House-Trained: Fully house-trained. • Leash-Trained: Walks beautifully on a leash and eagerly anticipates her outdoor adventures. • Crate Training: Not yet crate-trained. • Car Travel: Rides well in the car. • Handling & Grooming: She enjoys human touch but is a bit nervous about being picked up. However, she remains calm when lifted. She patiently tolerates baths and paw cleaning. • Food Behavior: No signs of food aggression. ✅️ Ideal Home: • A home with a yard would be ideal for her to explore and enjoy the outdoors. • She would do well as an only dog, soaking up all the love, or with another dog, though she may get jealous at times. • A family that can give her attention and love while continuing her positive reinforcement training. Soldam is a bright, affectionate, and loving dog who is ready to bring warmth and joy into her forever home. Could you be the one to give her the love she craves? Adopt Soldam today and gain a devoted companion for life!

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Basenji shelters & rescues in Los Angeles, California

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Ace of Hearts Dog Rescue - CA

PO Box 2357, Beverly Hills, CA 90213

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11 miles

ADOGS(Adopt Dogs) - LA Transport

Torrance, CA 90503

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12.7 miles

3ft.RESCUE - LA transport

Los Angeles, CA 90505

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15.8 miles

Stray No More

Los Angeles, CA 90049

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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17.7 miles

Streetsmarts Rescue

Los Angeles, CA 90272

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26.1 miles

Poochmatch

Santa Ana, CA 92704

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31.4 miles

Gunter's Legacy Animal Rescue, Inc.

PO Box 1214, Claremont, CA 91711

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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32.5 miles

Mutts in Need

Newport Beach, CA 92660

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39.8 miles

2nd Chances Rescue Norco

1024 6th Ave., Norco, CA 92860

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