Journal - Honest stories, breed history, adventures and everyday life with three Basenji chaos gremlins.

Meet the Dearhearts: Agnes' Story — Part One
Meet the Dearhearts: Agnes' Story — Part One
I really wasn't looking for another dog when Agnes came along. The year before, I'd jokingly told Daria, “Oh, just need a tri and a brindle, and then I've got... Read more...
Meet the Dearhearts: Lyra's Story — Part One
Meet the Dearhearts: Lyra's Story — Part One
Meet the Dearhearts: Lyra's Story — Part One Lyra came into my life at one of the worst times.  My beloved Evie had passed so suddenly and I knew Max... Read more...
Meet The Dearheart's: Max's Story - Part One
Meet The Dearheart's: Max's Story - Part One
When Evie was about six, I started thinking about getting her a companion. I knew she was getting a little older, and I had this feeling that it was kind... Read more...
Holiday With Your Dog?
Holiday With Your Dog?
Here's What I've Learnt After 15 Years of Travelling With Dogs Going on holiday with your dog sounds wonderfully simple, doesn't it? The chance to get away with your best... Read more...
Meet the Dearhearts: Evie's Story — Part One
Meet the Dearhearts: Evie's Story — Part One
Some dogs come into your life when everything is already going right. And then there are the dogs who arrive when you need them most, the universe sends you who... Read more...
10 Things Nobody Tells You Before Getting a Basenji
10 Things Nobody Tells You Before Getting a Basenji
From door-opening velociraptors to duvet-loving cuddlers, discover 10 things nobody tells you before getting a Basenji from someone who's lived with four. Read more...
How Do Basenjis Sleep Under the Covers Without Suffocating?
How Do Basenjis Sleep Under the Covers Without Suffocating?
Why do Basenjis sleep under the covers? Discover why these blanket-loving dogs burrow beneath duvets, how they breathe safely, and the science behind their favourite sleeping habit. Read more...
What's in a Name? The Stories Behind My Basenjis' Names
What's in a Name? The Stories Behind My Basenjis' Names
  What's in a Name? If you've spent any time around Basenjis, you'll know they somehow end up collecting more names and nicknames than any human ever could! All of... Read more...