Guide Note

The Rhodesian ridgeback is a strong, muscular and active dog characterized by the ridge of hair which grows forward on its back. Though some puppies may be born without the ridge, these are usually not bred as the ridge is preferred by breeders.¹

Fast Facts

Origin: Southern Africa
Lifespan: 10-12 years
Height: 24-27 inches
Male weight: 80-90 pounds
Female weight: 65-75 pounds
Small chance puppies will be born without a ridge
Recognized by American Kennel Club in 1955
Color: Ranges from tan to red
Also called: Ridgeback, Lion Dog, African Lion Hound
Used to hunt lions in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe)²

Rhodesian Ridgeback Attributes

Though Rhodesian ridgebacks were once used as hunting dogs in Africa, and are bred from European hunting dogs mixed with a ridged African breed, in America they are primarily used as family pets. They have a good sense of sight and smell, and are generally quiet and as puppies are quite active. They are a minor breed in the U.S., and as such patient pet owners will usually be able to find one available from a breeder.³

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Rhodesian Ridgeback

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Wikipedia: Rhodesian Ridgeback
American Kennel Club: Rhodesian Ridgeback Breed Standard
Official Site: Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States
The Westminster Kennel Club: Rhodesian Ridgeback Information
Dog Owner's Guide: Rhodesian Ridgeback Guide, Africa’s Big Tough Lion Dog
Pet Planet: Rhodesian Ridgeback
YouTube Video: Rhodesian Ridgeback hunting mice (Time: 0:26)

Rhodesian Ridgeback Background and Characteristics

American Kennel Club: Rhodesian Ridgeback Colors and Markings
Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States: Ridgeback Standards | Standard and Elaboration
Dogs in Depth: Rhodesian Ridgeback
Murenga Rhodesian Ridgebacks: 1922 Original Standards

Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue and Adoption

Bark Bytes: Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue Directory
Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States: Rhodesian Ridgeback Breeder Directory
Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue: Rhodesian Ridgebacks
Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue of Northern California
Colorado Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue

Rhodesian Ridgeback Health, Care and Special Needs

Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States: Health Care | Health Resources
Canine Health Information Center: Rhodesian Ridgeback
eHow: How to care for a Rhodesian Ridgeback
Bark Bytes: The Care and Loving of Your New Rhodesian Ridgeback Puppy

Rhodesian Ridgeback Blogs and Articles

Dogster: Rhodesian Ridgeback Forum
Dog Groups.com: "Boetie, the Rhodesian Ridgeback" (1998)

Rhodesian Ridgeback Photos and Videos

The Daily Puppy: Ruby the Rhodesian Ridgeback
American Kennel Club: Photos I Video
Flickr: Rhodesian Ridgeback Photos
Google Image Search: Rhodesian Ridgeback Images

Rhodesian Ridgeback History

Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States: Historical Information
American Kennel Club: History of the Rhodesian Ridgeback
Murenga Rhodesian Ridgebacks: Rhodesian Ridgeback History

Rhodesian Ridgeback Related Merchandise

Amazon.com: Rhodesian Ridgeback Merchandise
CafePress.com: Rhodesian Ridgeback T-Shirts and Gifts
Dog Shoppe.net: Rhodesian Ridgeback Products

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