Dog breed guide
Rhodesian Ridgeback
- Loyal
- Intelligent
- Mischievous
- Dignified
Listed price range in India₹40,000 - ₹90,000
- Weight
- 32-41 kg
- Lifespan
- 10-12 years
- Height
- 61-69 cm
- Best For
- Family, Guard
- Origin
- Southern Africa
- Colours
- Light Wheaten to Red Wheaten
About the Rhodesian Ridgeback
The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a powerful, athletic breed known for the distinctive ridge of hair along its back that grows in the opposite direction to the rest of the coat. Originally bred in Africa to track lions, Ridgebacks are fearless yet gentle with their families. They are dignified, intelligent, and make excellent guardians. Their short coat and clean habits make them low-maintenance companions.
SIZE AT A GLANCE
Rhodesian Ridgeback size & weight
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Friendliness
How well does the Rhodesian Ridgeback get along?
5
Family
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4
Children
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3
Other Pets
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2
Strangers
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Living with the Rhodesian Ridgeback
Advantages
- Loyal protector
- Athletic
- Low grooming needs
- Quiet breed
- Dignified
Considerations
- Strong-willed
- Needs experienced owner
- High prey drive
- Can be dominant
- Needs exercise
Health
Average Lifespan
10-12 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Rhodesian Ridgeback
What is the ridge on a Ridgeback?
It's a strip of hair along the spine that grows in the opposite direction to the rest of the coat, formed by two crowns (whorls) of hair.
Can Ridgebacks really hunt lions?
They were bred to track and bay (hold at bay) lions until hunters arrived, not to fight them directly.
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