Breed Fact Sheet - Rhodesian Ridgeback

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Rhodesian Ridgeback Breed Information

Rhodesian Ridgeback Details

Height: Dogs 63 cm (25 ins) to 69cm (27 ins)
Bitches 61cm (24 ins) to 66cm (26 ins)

Weight: The desirable weights are: Dogs 36.5kg (80lbs) Bitches 32 kg (70lbs)

Colour: Light wheaten to red wheaten. A little white on the chest and toes is permissible, but excessive white hairs here, on belly or above toes is undesirable. A dark muzzle and ears permissible. Excessive black hairs throughout the coat are highly undesirable.

Coat: Hair - Should be short and dense, sleek and glossy in appearance but neither woolly nor silky.

General Appearance: Body, well balanced, strong, muscular, agile & active, with elegance & soundness with no tendency towards massiveness. Dark or amber eyes in accordance with nose colour which can be black or brown. Ears hang to the side of the head. Tail moderate length. All should have the unique ridge on their back.

Dog Facts

Price:$600.00 or more

Temperament: Dignified, intelligent, aloof with strangers, but showing no aggression or shyness.

Characteristics: The ridge is unique of the breed. The ridge must be clearly defined, symmetrical and tapering towards the haunch. It must start immediately behind the shoulders and continue to the hip (haunches) bones. The ridge must contain only two crowns, identical and opposite each other. The lower edges of the crowns must not extend further down the ridge than one-third of its length. A good average width of the ridge is 5 cm (2ins).

Lifespan: 9 - 15 years The average lifespan is 12 years.

Recommended for: Active people & families.

Be Aware
# They love to swim.

TThe Rhodesian Ridgeback originated in South Africa, it was in what is now known as Zimbabwe that these dogs became prized for their ability to hunt lion and other large game.
These strong, active dogs make good family pets and they are a great watchdog. They are intelligent and good-natured, they are easy to train, but should be treated gently so not to break their spirit or make them aggressive.

Grooming- their short coat only requires a brush now and then. Bath when needed.

Exercise- they have a great stamina and needed plenty of exercise.

Health- This breed can be susceptible to Hip Dysplasia and Dermoid Sinus. Weight can also be a problem.
For Diet and other general dog health information Health/Nutrition

Other information on this breed

Websites:

Clubs:

RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK CLUB OF VIC
PO Box 2684
Mount Waverley Victoria 3149
Email:rrcv@rrcv.org.au
www.rrcv.org.au

RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK CLUB of Qld. Inc.
Ricki Smith
Helensvale/Gold Coast
Ph: 07-5529 9903
Email:ridgies1@bigpond.net.au

RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK Club Inc.
Michelle Gallo - Secretary
PO Box 20
Blaxcell 2142
Ph:02- 9649 4239
Fax:02- 9702 0860
Mob:0414 060 777
Email:gallo@netspace.net.au

RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK Club of SA
Secretary: Vanessa Macgill
PO Box 311
Prospect SA 5082
Ph: (08) 8262 9012
Mobile: 0415 553 629
Email:vmacgill@chariot.net.au
http://www.picknowl.com.au/homepages/rrcsa/