Just recently, we decided it was time to get another dog.
Besides, I work from home now, and having a full-time companion would be great for me.
At first, my wife put in a big push for amini Golden Doodle.
Even after looking at photos of many mini Golden Doodles, I wasn’t feelin' it.
I wanted something bigger and a little more badass.
To me, they look a lot likeJack Russell’sbut a bit more exotic, which I found rather appealing.
They checked all the boxes too.
They’re smaller, somewhat hypoallergenic, don’t shed much, and are self-cleaning like cats.
In addition, they don’t bark; they yodel.
Basenjis are one of those pound-for-pound champions.
They’re chiseled dogs that are built like well-conditioned gymnasts.
They did not have an online program process…
There was a testimonial page, and everyone seemed pleased with their dogs and the breeder.
The pup also came with AKC papers in case we decided to breed him…
I searched the photos and fell in love with Buddy, an 11-week-old Basenji pup.
I spoke with the breeder online via text and email, but we never spoke by phone.
Not even for a moment did I suspect there were scammers posing as breeders and selling dogs… We wanted to spend some time alone with him first.
We agreed to Monday, April 17th.
I received a text from the breeder Monday morning,“Hello”.
Then she told me,“The delivery guys picked up the puppy a while ago.
kindly stay close to your phone as the courier may call for further details.
kindly don’t hesitate to send me pics of you and Buddy when he arrives.
Things never go well for me after someone tells me that…
Then, at 1:42 p.m.
He said Buddy"missed the first flight but will be on the next flight.
The money for the crate is $1,750 dollars which are refunded back today once the puppy arrives.”
I have no way of knowing if this is a legit transaction."
I responded,“No one told me I’d have to lay out $1,750.
Maybe you should reach out to her.
He remained 11 weeks old for at least a year and a half!
Who knows how many times he was sold to unsuspecting, trusting pet lovers…
I immediately called PayPal and started a dispute.
Since Basenjis only mate once a year (poor bastards), there aren’t many puppies available.
