Basenji Colors: 3 Standard Colors + 2 Combinations & Markings

Red And White

You may find a Basenji that has a chestnut red which is more like a tan, orange, or a beige.

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Black And White

The black in this beautiful combination must be the shade of a pitch-dark, pure black with a glossy sheen to it.

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Black, Tan, And White

Base color of the tricolor Basenji is white, and the rest of the colors can be found in areas such as the ears, upper legs, eyebrows, and cheek.

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Capped Markings

Cap Basenji markings are the rarest markings that are not accepted by the AKC standards.

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Black Mask

Black mask in Basenjis is a rare occurence. The black color may extend from their muzzle up to their ears.

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