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How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Rhodesian Ridgeback barks excessively and how to control his excessive barking. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Rhodesian Ridgeback owners make when they are trying to potty train their dogs that actually make their dogs more difficult to housetrain and how you can avoid these mistakes. How to obedience train your Rhodesian Ridgeback and permanently end behavioral problems like Aggression, Biting, Jumping, Pulling on the Leash, etc. How to improve your Rhodesian Ridgeback's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Rhodesian Ridgebacks have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rhodesian Ridgeback's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rhodesian Ridgeback cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy isn't housebroken yet and what you should do in each case. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Rhodesian Ridgeback owners make when they are trying to obedience train their puppies that actually make their puppies more difficult to train and how you can avoid these mistakes. How to stop your Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy from play biting and nipping. How to improve your Rhodesian Ridgeback's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Rhodesian Ridgebacks have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rhodesian Ridgeback's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rhodesian Ridgeback cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Rhodesian Ridgeback barks excessively and how to control his excessive barking. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Rhodesian Ridgeback owners make when they are trying to control their dogs' barking and how you can avoid these mistakes How your instinctive reaction to your Rhodesian Ridgeback's barking may actually be making the problem worse! How to improve your Rhodesian Ridgeback's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Rhodesian Ridgebacks have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rhodesian Ridgeback's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rhodesian Ridgeback cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Rhodesian Ridgeback bites and how to control his biting. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Rhodesian Ridgeback owners make when they are trying to stop their dogs from biting and how you can avoid these mistakes How your instinctive reaction to your Rhodesian Ridgeback's biting may actually be making the problem worse! How to improve your Rhodesian Ridgeback's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Rhodesian Ridgebacks have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rhodesian Ridgeback's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rhodesian Ridgeback cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Rhodesian Ridgeback is being aggressive and how to control his aggression. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Rhodesian Ridgeback owners make when they are trying to stop their dogs from being aggressive and how you can avoid these mistakes How your instinctive reaction to your Rhodesian Ridgeback's aggression may actually be making the problem worse! How to improve your Rhodesian Ridgeback's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Rhodesian Ridgebacks have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rhodesian Ridgeback's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rhodesian Ridgeback cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Rhodesian Ridgeback is suffering from separation anxiety... and how to cure it 3 dangerous mistakes that most Rhodesian Ridgeback owners make when they are trying to cure their dogs' separation anxiety and how you can avoid these mistakes How your instinctive reaction to your Rhodesian Ridgeback's separation anxiety may actually be making the problem worse! How to improve your Rhodesian Ridgeback's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Rhodesian Ridgebacks have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rhodesian Ridgeback's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rhodesian Ridgeback cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology The 2 main reasons why your Rhodesian Ridgeback isn't housebroken yet and what you should do in each case. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Rhodesian Ridgeback owners make when they are trying to potty train their dogs that actually make their dogs more difficult to housetrain... and how you can avoid these mistakes How you can use our unique "Christmas Bells" technique to train your Rhodesian Ridgeback to tell you when it needs to go out How to improve your Rhodesian Ridgeback's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
One hidden psychological trigger that all Rhodesian Ridgebacks have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your Rhodesian Ridgeback's every action
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A surprisingly easy way to teach your Rhodesian Ridgeback cool new tricks
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology How obedience training sessions can be positive and fun-filled for both you and your Rhodesian Ridgeback. How to permanently end your Rhodesian Ridgeback's behavioral problems like Pulling on the Leash, Jumping, Chewing, Digging, etc. 3 dangerous mistakes that most Rhodesian Ridgeback owners make when they are trying to obedience train their dogs that actually make their dogs more difficult to train and how you can avoid these mistakes How to improve your Rhodesian Ridgeback's lifespan and keep him from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet. Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most -
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Rhodesian Ridgeback: Origin, Personality, Training
Group: AKC Hound,
KCGB Hound
AKC Ranking: 54
Also Known As:
Ridgeback
About Rhodesian Ridgeback
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Country of Origin, History of the breed
The Rhodesian Ridgeback,
the only known breed to have originated in
South Africa, is said to have descended from
native ridged dogs crossed to various continental
breeds. They combined Danes, Mastiffs, Greyhounds,
Bloodhounds, Terriers, and other breeds with
the half-wild Hottentot hunting breed to create
the Ridgeback. Its standard, fixed in Rhodesia,
dates from 1922.
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It is not known definitely when
this dog was first introduced into the United States.
A few were imported prior to 1940, possibly as early
as 1912. However, after World War II (between 1946
and 1955 -- when the breed was recognized by AKC),
quite a large number of these dogs were imported, not only into the United States, but also
into England and Canada.
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A General Appearance of
the Dog
A Rhodesian Ridgeback is a large,
tenacious, muscular, active dog, symmetrical in
outline, and capable of great endurance. This tall,
strong breed is solid in color with some dark grey
or black shading on the muzzle and ears in some
dogs. Their head is wide at the ears with a proportionately
long muzzle. Their ears are large and soft and hang
down. The tail is long and balances the height of
the dog. Eyes are expressive and keenly aware of
slight movements both near and far.
The ridge on his back is his trademark.
It should be clearly defined by the hairs growing
in the opposite direction to the rest of the coat.
Coat Color
Solid light or red wheaten body
with same color nose, or black or brown nose. There
is some dark grey or black shading on the muzzle
and ears in some dogs.
Coat Type
This dog’s coat is short,
dense, sleek and glossy.
Height
Males 25-27”
Females 24-26”
Weight
Males 80-90Lbs.
Females 65-75Lbs.
Personality
Temperament of the Dog
This breeds are clean dogs, easily
kept, and never noisy or quarrelsome. Their general
good nature, desire to please and liking for children
have made them a fine choice for watchdog and family
pet. They have a pack instinct and need the closeness
of family or other large pets to keep them happy.
They can be very obedient if training is started
early and reinforced. If, on the other hand, this
large dog is not trained, he can become difficult
and oblivious to your call.
As puppies they can be come quite
destructive with their chewing and need to have
special toys offered to keep them satisfied until
this passes. Crate training is highly recommended
to keep both the dog and its surroundings safe until
it matures.
They have a high regard for their
home and territory and will keep it well patrolled
and safe.
Better suited to an indoor
or outdoor lifestyle?
Large yards are best for this
breed but apartment living is not out of the question
since they are quiet indoors. Regular walks on lead
will be required if no yard is available and joggers
would be delighted by their stamina.
The Ridgeback is an extremely
clean dog with little odor and minimal shedding.
Its short, dense coat sheds little. In general,
a Ridgeback kept indoors sheds a little all year
round, whereas an outside one will experience seasonal
shedding. They do not drool, except in anticipation
of food. They are generally easy to housetrain and
are not overactive in the house. They will take
over the furniture unless their owners discourage
this habit from puppy hood. A happily wagging tail
will easily clear a low coffee table of its contents.
Are they suited to homes
with kids?
Intelligent, loyal and loving,
make this a great pet for families with children.
Their protective instincts make them good watchdogs
but can leave them distant to strangers.
They can be good with cats if brought up with them,
but fiercely effective in defending their territory
from stray dogs and cats. The Ridgeback is an excellent
natural watchdog and family protector, requiring
only that the owner has control over it.
Due to its large size, younger
and more excitable Ridgebacks may knock over smaller
children by accident.
Activity
Level
How Active is the Breed?
These dogs have great stamina
and you will tire long before they do. They need
to be taken on daily, long and brisk walks or jogs.
In addition, the breed needs plenty of opportunity
to run, preferably off the leash in a safe, well-fenced
area. If these dogs are allowed to get bored, and
are not walked or jogged daily, they can become
destructive and start to display a wide array of
behavioral problems.
How Much Exercise Does
the Dog Need at every stage of its Life?
When going through teething periods,
at 6 weeks to about 4-½ months and again
at around 8 to 10 months. Ridgebacks can be quite
destructive if not provided with things that you
want them to chew on, such as safe and fun toys,
bones, a Kong® etc. Crate training may be essential
in order to keep unsupervised, adolescent Ridgebacks
in check.
Like any medium-large dog, Ridgebacks
need exercise -- a daily romp in the back yard or
park and a couple of longer trips to the park per
week should be sufficient. More would be better,
but Ridgebacks do adapt to their people.
Grooming
The smooth, short-haired coat
is easy to groom. Brush with a firm bristle brush
and shampoo only when necessary. A chamois will
keep the coat glossy. Keep the nails clipped every
two weeks if the dog is not walking on pavement.
This breed is an average shedder, depending if it
is outside most of the time or alternating from
inside to outside.
Professional bathing may be required
because of their size and weight and should be done
when necessary.
Health
and Care
Genetic Problems
The dog can withstand very high
temperatures and the damp cold of night. They are
insensitive to insect bites and can go without food
and water for over 24 hours. Despite these strengths,
the breed does suffer from Hip Dysplasia and Dermoid
Sinus cysts.
Breeding the Dog and any
Cautions
Consult with your breeder to determine
the best breeding mate for your pet. Generally the
breed is an easy and consistent whelper.
Litter Size:
5-10 puppies.
Life Span: 10-12
years
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National Breed Clubs
British – Rhodesian Ridgeback
Club of Great Britain
US – Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United
States - www.rrcus.org
Other Recognition:
CKC, FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC, NZKC, RRCUSI,
APRI, ACR
Rescue Link: www.ridgebackrescue.org/
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