Dog Breed Health Issues: Rhodesian Ridgeback
Rhodesian Ridgeback:
The Rhodesian Ridgeback, despite its name, hails not from Zimbabwe but from South Africa, and is the only recognized breed to have originated there. A handsome and muscular dog, the distinctive ridge on its back is unique to this breed: hair growing in the opposite direction to the rest of the coat creates a prominent crest along the center of the back. In their native land, Ridgebacks are fearless hunters of lions and other big game. They track their quarry in packs, instilling panic in the animal and driving it towards the hunter.
The good-natured and trainable Ridgeback is a fine pet for families who enjoy large dogs, in fact they are one of the top 10 best watchdogs.
Average Lifespan Of The Rhodesian Ridgeback: 9-15 years.
Average Weight: Males: 75-85lbs. Females: 65-70lbs.
Inherited Diseases:
Bones:
Hip Dysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Eyes:
Extra Eyelashes
Entropion
Skin:
Dermoid Sinus: Tubular indentation leading from the skin along the midline of the back, sometimes extending into the spinal canal. See your vet for a visual exam.
The Rhodesian Ridgeback, despite its name, hails not from Zimbabwe but from South Africa, and is the only recognized breed to have originated there. A handsome and muscular dog, the distinctive ridge on its back is unique to this breed: hair growing in the opposite direction to the rest of the coat creates a prominent crest along the center of the back. In their native land, Ridgebacks are fearless hunters of lions and other big game. They track their quarry in packs, instilling panic in the animal and driving it towards the hunter.
The good-natured and trainable Ridgeback is a fine pet for families who enjoy large dogs, in fact they are one of the top 10 best watchdogs.
Average Lifespan Of The Rhodesian Ridgeback: 9-15 years.
Average Weight: Males: 75-85lbs. Females: 65-70lbs.
Inherited Diseases:
Bones:
Hip Dysplasia
Elbow Dysplasia
Eyes:
Extra Eyelashes
Entropion
Skin:
Dermoid Sinus: Tubular indentation leading from the skin along the midline of the back, sometimes extending into the spinal canal. See your vet for a visual exam.
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Rhodesian Ridgeback
Temperament:
Temperament:
Exercise Requirements: 3/5
Affection Level: 3/5
Friendliness-Other Pets: 3/5
Friendliness-Strangers: 1/5
Ease Of Training: 3/5
About The Ratings:
Exercise Requirements:
1: Low, 5: High
Affection Level:
1: Introverted, 5: Extroverted.
Friendliness-Other Pets:
1: Least Friendly, 5: Most Friendly.
Friendliness-Strangers:
1: Least Friendly, 5: Most Friendly.
Ease Of Training:
1: Most Difficult, 5: Least Difficult.
Affection Level: 3/5
Friendliness-Other Pets: 3/5
Friendliness-Strangers: 1/5
Ease Of Training: 3/5
About The Ratings:
Exercise Requirements:
1: Low, 5: High
Affection Level:
1: Introverted, 5: Extroverted.
Friendliness-Other Pets:
1: Least Friendly, 5: Most Friendly.
Friendliness-Strangers:
1: Least Friendly, 5: Most Friendly.
Ease Of Training:
1: Most Difficult, 5: Least Difficult.
