The Basenji didn't have any dogs bred to make it.
basenji, catahoula leopard dog, chinese crested dog, chowchow, Korean jindo and puli
the breeds that created the chihuahua are unknown as they are probably exctinct since ancient times
The basenji is the only dog that can not bark.
It really depends upon the dog itself. However I would say that papillons are the friendliest amongst these dog breeds.
Basenji.
Most breeds of Dog have a season/heat every six months, although some more primitive breeds such as the Basenji only have one season a year.
Basenji .
A Basenji is quite independent and also quite picky. In ways the Basenji is also cat-like in the body anatomy.
Some dog breeds that have naturally pricked ears include the German Shepherd, Siberian Husky, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, and Basenji. These breeds are known for their alert and attentive appearance due to their erect ears.
Almost all breeds of Dog have two seasons a year (approximately one every six months). However, more primitive breeds such as the Saarloos Wolfhound or Basenji only have one season per year like Wolves.
There are actually fourteen ancient dog breeds and they are the Afghan Hound, Akita Inu, Alaskan Malamute, Basenji, Chow Chow, Lhasa Apso, Perkingese, Saluki, Samoyed, Shar Pei, Shiba Inu, Shih Tzu, Siberian Husky, and Tibetan Terrier.
Both the Saluki and Basenji (or maybe even a Sloughi) may fit the bill on this question.There is more information on all three breeds listed at the link(s) below: