What a lovely girl she is, and what a dramatic story! I love rescue stories. I've heard that the Basenji has a high activity level; combined with terrier, you should have your work cut out for you if you adopt this angel. I would definitely consider a mid-day dog walker or (even better) day care. I'd also touch base with people in the breed. You never know what a mixed-breed dog (or any dog, for that matter) will be like, but it's good to be prepared for the most challenging possibilities.

Good luck with your decision. Fostering lets you find out how dog ownership will work in your particular situation. As far as the bf, I'd want to know if he has specific, fact-based concerns, and I'd address those. Does he have concerns about this dog in particular, or dogs in general? So much of what people believe/hear about dogs is utter nonsense. Not saying this is true of your bf, but it does happen.

Pam