Tambuzi Basenjis; Basenji Breeders Victoria Australia is kennel devoted to this ancient dog breed. In Swahili Tambuzi means intelligent, shrewd, clever, astute, quick-witted. This seemed to sum up the Basenji completely. I thought Tambuzi to be the perfect kennel name for this breed. I welcome you to browse through this website. Review information about my Basenjis, health information, history, my breeding plans, links and resources. I am a member and registered breeder of DOGS Victoria please contact office@dogsvictoria.org.au to verify my membership. Should you have any questions about this truly unique breed, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Looking for a Puppy?
Looking for a Basenji puppy? If you would like to be informed of my future breeding plans, please complete the Expression of Interest Form for more information. Refer to the next litter page for more information about general inclusions when you purchase a puppy from me.
Team Tambuzi
Meet Team Tambuzi; the current Tambuzi Show Team. Pages are also dedicated to retired and senior team members.
Health & Wellbeing
The Basenji is an ancient breed that has evolved through ‘survival of the fittest’.
Puppies
Click here for my litter details. My focus is temperament, health, owner assistance and education.
About Tambuzi
I purchased by first Basenji in 1997. This is about me, my main hobby - Basenjis and about my judging assignments.
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SPECIFIC INTERESTS
Health, Wellbeing & Temperament
The health and wellbeing of the Basenjis I breed has always been and will continue to be a top priority. Veterinary science is an ever changing landscape of improvement and new technology. The advent of breed specific DNA tests such as the DNA test for Fanconi Syndrome has given breeders additional tools in the rearing of healthy puppies. I have developed a health management program that maximises the use of available DNA tests and scientifically valid screening methods. I am an authorised DNA collector for Orivet Genetic Pet Care.
Temperament is equally important. The importance of well balanced socialisation in the first 16 weeks of a pup's life cannot be over emphasized. I have developed my own process of nurturing puppies which begins before they are born. Although my methods may not be unique they work for me. Basenjis bred by Tambuzi have exceptional temperaments.
Dog Showing and Judging
I enjoy dog showing as a hobby. Of course, we always enjoy coming home with a Best of Breed ribbon. I am a member of the Victorian Basenji Breed Association and DOGS Victoria. Tambuzi continues to be successful in the show ring. Supreme Ch Tambuzi The Secret Society is a mutli All Breeds Best in Show winner and Multi Runner-Up in Speciality Show Winner. Supreme Ch Tambuzi Seven Streams Of Somar is also a multi All Breeds Best in Show Winner. Grand Ch Tambuzi At Light Speed was my first Grand Champion and at the time the youngest female Basenji to attain that title. Her daughter Ch Tambuzi The Rinpoche of Qinghai attained her champion title in just 7 months and 1 week.
My involvement in the dog world has extended to judging. Passing theory and practical assessments to judge the Hound, Toy, Gundog, Terrier and Non-Sporting Groups at championship show level and Working and Utility Groups are open show level. I have had the pleasure of judging in in every state of Australia and New Zealand.
Progressive & Forward Thinking
Progressive thinking, the ability to change and take on board new and exciting technology are aspirations of Tambuzi Basenjis. Tambuzi is the first Australian Basenji kennel to utilize state-of-the-art genetic technology, Optimal Selection™ which I commenced using in 2012. Pilot studies carried out have shown an increase in average litter numbers. A reduction in disease and greater genetic diversity. As time goes by, with continuing research and development, one can only imagine how tools such as Optimal Selection™ will assist breeders in the future.
Information & Assistance
I often received emails and calls with questions and concerns from Basenji owners. This has been in my capacity as a breeder and owner of this unique breed. Also in my position as Secretary of the Victorian Basenji Breed Assoc. I am more than happy to try and assist Basenji owners with any questions they might have. If I can't help immediately I will research and ask some other long time breeders. Please feel free to make contact with me.
NEXT PLANNED LITTER
The next planned litters at Tambuzi will be bred in 2025. Review the Puppy Page for details of this breeding.
BASENJIS ARE DIFFERENT TO MOST DOG BREEDS
We don’t bark
We have one season per year
Unlike most domestic breeds the Basenji retains some of its wild ancestory and like the wolf it only seasons annually. Basenji puppies are generally born in winter.
We clean ourselves like cats
Basenji are meticulous about being clean. They preen them selves like a cat. They also do not have a 'doggie' odour, rather they pick up the smells around them.
Basenji Breeders Victoria Australia
Ch Tambuzi Secret Keeper
(Harry)