If you're serious about adopting a Basenji from BRAT, be sure to visit our application to adopt a Basenji page. After you've submitted this application, explore the listings below. In each listing, you will find the coordinator's name that links to a contact form. You will need to contact the dog's coordinator in each listing.

We encourage you to fill out an application to adopt, even if there are currently no dogs listed in your state. We may have dogs that will be available soon, but are in various stages of our intake process. Sometimes when we have a dog that needs emergency placement, we check our applicant database to find a pre-approved home that matches the dog's needs.

Our goal is to make the perfect match between your home and the Basenji. This can be challenging, so please be patient.

Each rescue will be fully vetted. This includes spay and neuter, vaccines, flea preventative if appropriate, DNA testing purebreds under 10 for Fanconi syndrome, fecal testing and deworming if necessary, heartworm testing, and recommended dental work. All dogs over 10 get a senior panel. Also, when indicated, we test our dogs for thyroid deficiencies.

The dogs are also temperament evaluated. Please note that BRAT charges an adoption fee to cover all expenses incurred in our rescue program. The adoption fee will vary depending on the age and health of the dog. The adoption fee is listed within the dog's posting.

NOTE! Be sure to fill out our application to adopt form. Our coordinators often choose prospective adopters from our applicant database before listing the dog here. After you have filled out our adoption form, apply for any and all dogs that interest you. The Pending notations mean that the coordinator of the dog has tentatively found the dog a home but is still taking applications.

Basenji listings last updated: 8/25/2026 12:58:56 PM (Pacific time)

Benji

Tricolor Male
Illinois, NEW 08/25/2026

Benji is a sweet, goofy, playful, Basenji puppy. Even at eight months old, he still has that floppy puppy way of pouncing on things like leaves, toys, and other Basenjis. He absolutely loves playing chase and tug of war with his 4-year-old foster sister, Safi. He also loves to pester her when she is going at a chew toy, at which point she will correct him. READ MORE »

Navi

Red & White Female
New York, NEW 08/13/2026

Navi will need a home that understands Basenji behavior and is willing to manage her environment thoughtfully. She must be adopted into a home with another male Basenji who is calm, confident, and non-reactive. Navi does best when she is given plenty to do. Regular walks, toys, chews, enrichment, and interaction with her people and canine companion will be important parts of her daily routine. READ MORE »

Bleu

Blue & White Male
Wisconsin, NEW 08/20/2026

Bleu is a smart, playful, handsome four-year-old Basenji boy with a curious nature and a strong attachment to his people. If you are looking for a clever, quirky, affectionate companion and understand the wonderful ways of Basenjis, Bleu may be the perfect match. He is ready for a committed family who will embrace his personality, continue his training, and give him the secure, loving home he deserves. READ MORE »

Read about our adoption process

Before you decide to adopt from BRAT, you'll want to
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The Good, Bad, and Ugly

Another great read for those unfamiliar with the
Basenji breed are our stories about the good,
the bad, and the ugly. On this page of the website,
we explore just how good, bad, and ugly
Basenjis can be. This is a must read for anyone
considering adopting this breed. READ MORE »