Ntomba Mosika

Mosika is a male red and white basenji, born approximately December 10, 2009, imported to the U.S. on March 5, 2010, discovered in GPS - 0.57982 N, 20.97975 (DD WGS 84) Bokelekila, Equateur Province, DR Congo.

Imported by James E Johannes, Lisa Saban, Bryan Gregory, Laurie Gregory, owned by Bryan Gregory, Laurie Gregory.

"Mosika" was found in the remote hunting village of Bokele, DRC, about 7km inland from the Maringa River. He is a plainly marked chestnut red dog, with four white feet, white chest, and just a few white hairs on the tip of his tail. His overall appearance is that of a sturdy hunter. Deep brisket an spring of rib cage provides for tremendous respiratory and cardiovascular performance. A slightly crested neck flows nicely into his withers and shoulders. He has good shoulder layback and front angulations, with elbows set under his chest. Length of forearm and strength in pasterns is still developing. Length of body is slightly longer than height. Tail set is fair, with a good tail curl. Rear is well muscled and moderately angulated with good length of second thigh. A nice tuck up is followed by moderately bent stifles. Feet are small and reasonably compact with good arch of toe. Solid muscle tone give him an athletic build. Headpiece is nicely chiseled, with an absent of cheekiness. Muzzle is cushioned and shorter than the back skull. Back skull is flat and has good width. Ears have a nice shape and are adequately set with a slight hooding. He has moderate wrinkle. His eye shape, set and mascara are the crown jewels of the headpiece. Vocal patters are decisively Basenji. Mosika does not bark, yet is very vocal. When excited, he yodel joyfully. Fire trucks and sirens are greeted with a round of howling, and regrettably, he has blood-curdling scream he exhibits when he is unhappy or being retrained from chasing game. Playful, he often poses in the signature Basenji bow and loves to race about the house. Mosika possesses fantastic temperament with people. he is aloof with new people and objects, as can be expected with a Basenji; however once he has an opportunity to check out and dismiss any possible threat, his demeanor quickly changes to a tail wagging frenzy. He can pushy with other dogs, especially other male Basenjis. Always game for a hunt, he shows great prowess, agility and speed. He demonstrates a tenacity and intelligence that exceeds most of our domestic Basenjis.

Board Vote · Ballot 2011-00

BALLOT 2011-02: APPROVED SUBJECT: APPROVAL NTOMBA MOSIKA

Postmarked January 03, 2011 Effective January 13, 2011

In compliance with the procedures outlined in the petition for Native Stock Basenjis, please send your vote on approving Ntomba Mosika to be submitted to the membership for their vote by import region to be added to the AKC studbook.

APPROVED: Auerbach, Bolte`, Curby, C. Jones, J. Jones, Ketz, Kirk, Siekert, Stargell, Webb