Description:
Is a large,handsome,muscular hound.Its name describes its most unique characteristic, a clearly defined symmetrical ridge running the length of its back,formed by hair that grows in the opposite direction from the rest of its coat.The short,sleek coat comes in light to dark wheaten, sometimes with small white marking on the chest and feet.The head is long,the skull is flat and broad with extremely powerful muzzle and jaw. Ridgebacks have well developed teeth,and a marked stop. The bright,sparking eyes are round with an intelligent expression .The nose color should be either black or brown,depending on the color of the coat.The front legs should be very straight and strong, with heavy bone.The strong tapered tail is fairly long and curves slightly upward.
Temperament:
A fine hunter,but in the home it is a calm,gentle,obedient,good dog.Good natured,but some do not do well with children because they do not want to be pestered or played with roughly.They are intelligent, cunning but straight-forward dogs that are loyal to the family, have something of a mind of their own,are brave,vigilant,reserved toward strangers,and possess considerable stamina. This breed needs through obedience training socialization with people and other dogs. and firm owner leadership to become the excellent companion he can be.They are intelligent and learn quickly, but they are also strong and a bit stubborn.Training should be gentle and start young while the dog is still small enough to manage.They are also very good watch dogs,but not suggested for guard dogs.They are very protective of owners!This breed can be more destructive than a Lab if left unsupervised! Do not overfeed this breed. Males may be combative with other dogs.Provided this dog meets cats and other pets when it is young,any potential problem will be prevented. Ridgebacks make excellent jogging companions.
Height:Dogs 25-27 inches (63-69cm)Bitches 24-26 inches (61-66cm)
Weight: Dogs 80-90 pounds (36-41kg) Bitches 65-75 pounds (29-34kg)
Health Problems:
Are a hardly breed,able to withstand dramatic change of temperature,however they are susceptible to hip dysplasia dermoid sinus,and cysts.
Living Conditions: Okay in an apartment as long as they get enough exercise.
Exercise: These dogs have great stamina and you will tire long before they do.
Life Expectancy: About 10-12 years.
Grooming:
Is easy to groom,Brush This breed is an average shedder.
Recognition: CKC,FCI,AKC,KCGB,CKC,ANKC,NKC,NZKC,RRCUSI,APRI
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