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We are dedicated to producing happy, stable, top quality, health tested AKC basenji's that make wonderful companions and offer success in the show ring in the US and abroad.

10/31/2026

Several folks have asked about SoCo. He is our oldest resident at Signet Kennels and our current patriarch. Here he is playing with his daughter CH Signet Southern Tradition aka “Addie”on this cool and rainy Texas afternoon.

I’d say he’s doing JUST fine! 🩷🩷💙💙

10/26/2026

As we wrap up champion titles on several of our not quite 2 year old youngsters…this presents an opportunity for retirement.

We will offer two young males to retirement homes where they can be neutered and be kings of their domain.

These dogs are well socialized, crate trained and partially housebroken. They use a doggy door to access the outdoors. They walk nicely on a leash. They look forward to exploring the world with you!

Pictured below is Signet VividDream Northern Dancer aka “Derby”. He loves people and seeks human interaction but does not do well with other males. He would be best suited as an only dog.

10/24/2026

Announcing new champion Signet The Golden Ticket aka “Peachy”.

Sire: AM GCH Signet The Golden Goose
Dam: AM CH Signet Jus B’Coz Risque

Bred by Brenda J Cassell & Ciara E Cassell

We thought this lovely girl completed her title under Mr Kerry Lee (AUST) several weeks ago…but our count was off by one single. Peachy won her second Best of Breed from the classes Saturday in Belton, TX under Mr Allen Odom over two lovely specials. A bonus major!

We are thankful to the judges for recognizing her attributes. She was well worth the wait!

Congratulations to her owner Kevin to whom we are eternally grateful for allowing Peachy to go on weekend trips to fulfill her destiny!

10/24/2026

Wrapping up a champion title yesterday in Belton TX under one of my favorite judges, Mr Allen Odom. Thank you!!

Berimo Signet The Barrister aka
“Harvey (Specter)

Sire: Am/Aust CH SFF Arubmec Signet The Emperors New Clothes (Pseudo!)
Dam: CH Berimo Signet Misdemeanor (Demi)

Breeders/Owners: Pat Marshall and Brenda Cassell

Harvey was Best in Futurity under breeder judge Veronica Nagy at the EBC Specialty in 2025 shown by Sandy McArthur.

He also won a major under Mr Kerry Lee of Australia in Belton some weeks ago.

Harvey has an excellent temperament and is a beautiful mover as well. He will be relocating to Atlanta, GA as a companion.

10/17/2026

John Q Public does not want a show dog! They only want a “pet”.

John doesn’t understand the world of purebred dogs. He is under the assumption that a show breeders product is a waste
of money because there is really no perceivable value to him.

John will avoid talking to a reputable preservation show breeder assuming he can’t afford a puppy anyway. Hence John starts looking for a bargain on the internet. He doesn’t know what he doesn’t know.

John will Google “basenji puppies” and find a few resources. He will assume Good Dog breeders are equal because they told him they screen their breeders. But guess what? They really don’t screen thoroughly, and no proof of anything is truly required, so it’s based on honor.

John will find kennels that have been breeding for 20+ years and assume that means something. But, it doesn’t mean anything beyond a time frame.

What John doesn’t know is that quality is not associated with registries. Temperament and health IS a part of the breed standard and both are inheritable.

Health is paramount to a show breeders program as they need a solid base for breeding. It’s all about the future.

In today’s anti dog climate and Adopt Don’t Shop propaganda campaigns there is ONLY one reason to breed dogs. One reason, ethically. And if you are NOT aligned you ARE INDEED part of the problem of over population. That reason is to IMPROVE the breed and leave it in a better place than you found it. To improve the quality of the dogs you produce in every aspect.

How is that accomplished?

**Showing your exhibits so they are evaluated by licensed and knowledgeable judges.

**Spending hundreds of dollars on specialty health testing for all breeding stock and puppies prior to rehoming.

**Selling puppies who fall short of the mark on contracts to neuter and spay at the appropriate age.

**Being responsible for EACH AND EVERY puppy produced for the lifetime of that animal. Meaning, taking them back for any reason at any time.

Preservation breeders have purpose and commitment. They invest thousands of dollars into their breed of choice.

The rest of them? They breed with purpose as well. One purpose. To make money off their dogs. To provide income for their families. At any cost.

We are not the same. Choose wisely

10/07/2026

Spotlight #3 comin’ at ya!

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Check them out today and connect with another local business that would love to be apart of your everyday!

Thank you so much for your donation to our raffle basket for the Seaman Family!

Critter Beds

10/03/2026

It’s BREEDING season folks!

Reservations lists are usually full by August.

Last minute buyers will scramble to find any available spot and can easily be duped into phantom breeding programs and get scammed out of thousands of dollars. Buyer BEWARE.

The price for a well bred puppy who has generations of documented health testing results and proven excellent temperaments is high. Expect to pay $1200-$3000 for a well bred puppy from a responsible breeder, based on geography.

Puppy mills sell untested, undocumented, unproven puppies for even more, and the public purchases, thus keeping them in business.

*Buy local if you can - breeder engagement and support is key for new owners - but choose quality.

*Research your breeder - call and ask questions. Expect documented paperwork to support their claims. No, embark testing is not the benchmark. Full testing includes OFA and AVCO.

*Expect to pay a fair price for a quality puppy. Reputable breeders do not haggle.

You can pay it now, or pay it later, but you WILL pay it. A well bred puppy is less expensive in the end.

*Do not expect to reserve “pick of the litter”. This is an outdated term that screams backyard breeder or puppy mill breeders. Breeders keep the best of the best for themselves to elevate and propagate their program. There is no purpose in breeding if you aren’t keeping something to go forward.

*Expect the appropriate puppy(s) to be matched to your household. We are the experts. This should be a forever transaction and we know which puppy/puppies are the best options for you, our buyer.

10/01/2026

In honor of National Black dog day I present to you:

Our current hopeful - Signet Silver White Winter

Other notable black and whites in our past include:
CH Karabu Khamsin Signet Ceyson (WB 1988 BCOA National under Russell Hendren)
CH Kibushi Night Life of Signet (dam of all champion 1/4 African Litter)
AM/AUS Ch Signet Where There’s Smoke
(WB/BOW 1998 BCOA National under Betty Krause)
CH Signet Secret Rendezvous (Top Producer)

07/01/2026

PRIVATE BOARDING FOR BASENJIS ONLY

We are located in southwest Fort Worth.

First dog $35
Additional dog $10

Our clients intact show/breeding dogs $15

Please secure your reservation early as we have limited availability in our indoor:outdoor climate controlled facility.

Address

Fort Worth, TX

Website

https://ciaracassell.wixsite.com/signetkennels

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