Spitfire Basenjis

Connie L.

Breeder of Basenjis

  • Moreno Valley, CA
  • Responds within a few days

Upcoming litters

Tattoo
Bakari

Planned Basenji litter

Due Dec. 2026

Ready Mar. 2027

Meet the breeder

I'm Connie L., the breeder behind Spitfire Basenjis located in Moreno Valley, CA. I am a responsible, home-based breeder. I offer top-quality Basenji puppies with a focus on health, temperament and structure. All of my dogs have become AKC Champions, family dogs and lifelong friends! I strive for excellence in everything that I do. I offer perspective puppy families to visit my home.

Q. & A. with Connie

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Purposeful and ethical breeding is so important for the healthy progression of the Basenji. I strive to not only produce quality puppies and continue my phenomenal bloodlines but to ensure the future of this beloved and unique breed for generations more to come! I love my puppies, and I know you will, too! I fell in Love with this breed at 9 years of age. I’ve been in this breed since 1999. I have a wonderful mentor with 60 years of knowledge.

  • What makes your program special?

    As an avid member of the national Basenji club and a local Basenji Fanciers club, I am committed to maintaining and improving upon an excellent pedigree. My involvement in these clubs and in the show world speaks to the standards that I breed my dogs by. The health and overall well-being of my puppies is my main priority, and I place each pup into carefully screened, loving homes. In my breeding program, good health, temperament, and ability are essential, cuteness is guaranteed, and lots of love is always included! I also have each of my litters Temperament tested by an independent person. And Health testing of the Sire and Dam is of utmost Importance.

  • What are the different breed coat colors in your program?

    Our puppies include brindle and white and red and white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.

  • Where do your breeding dogs live?

    They live in my home and a kennel on my property.

Matched dogs

These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.

Getting a puppy from Connie

Connie has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.

“I match all puppies with the lifestyle of perspective families and their actives. Also based on on the sex that they have an interest in.”

Price

Puppy prices include a $1,500 non-refundable deposit and between $2,000 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.

“Puppy price also includes prepaid microchip, some puppy shots, dewclaws removed, litter box trained, some socialized and crate training, temperament testing, Vet wellness exam, AKC prepaid registered. All puppies are same price they include, microchip, shot, dewclaws removed, litter box and some crate training, temperament testing, Vet Exam and prepaid AKC Registered.”

Contract & health guarantee

Connie may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Connie offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Connie directly.

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What's included

    • From Good Dog
      • Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
      • 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
      • Puppy Training Program & private community
    • Enrichment & socialization
      • Various sounds
      • Car rides
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Socialized with children
      • Socialized in new places
      • Scent introduction
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Vet records
      • Microchip
    • Extras
      • Initial potty training
      • Toys
      • Food & treats
      • Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
      • AKC registration

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Connie.

Breeder's location

Meet in Moreno Valley, CA

2219 miles away

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Other pick-up locations

Meet in Las Vegas, NV

2056 miles away

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More about Connie

  • Club memberships

    Connie is a member of South Coast Basenji Fanciers and Basenji Club of America.

  • Certifications & recognitions

    Canine Behavioral Consultant Certificate (e-Training for Dogs), i offer lifetime phone support, Sire is an AKC Dual Champion, OFA Fanconi, PRA & Hips tested, Dam is a AKC Senior Courser, Sire is a Grand Champion Bronze, Dam is an AKC Grand Champion.

  • Connie has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years

    Connie was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.

  • Connie’s links

Connie is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Spitfire Basenjis meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

Spitfire Basenjis reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Basenjis.

  • Hip Dysplasia

    Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.

  • Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)

    Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.

  • Brucellosis

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • Fanconi Syndrome, PRA, Basenji Type

    Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).

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