Rhodesian Ridgeback

The Rhodesian Ridgeback, named for the ridge of fur down their back, is a large muscular dog. They are sleek and shiny and while they were bred to hunt lions, they are sweet loyal dogs. Their athletic ability makes them great at sports that require endurance and agility and their good nature makes them great family dogs if given plenty of exercise.

Health Tests Recommended for the Rhodesian Ridgeback

If you are buying a Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy you should make sure that your breeder has tested the parents and puppy for potential congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. illnesses.  The breeder should be able to provide you with the test results for both the parents and any results for puppies being sold.   Each test has different criteria and different types of results so you may want to review the results with a veterinarian if the breeder is unable to answer your questions on the results to your satisfaction.   By taking the time to discuss testin

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Common Inherited Illnesses in the Rhodesian Ridgeback

These are the most common inherited illnesses in Rhodesian Ridgebacks.  Rhodesian Ridgebacks can inherit other illnesses beyond these, but these are the most prevalent.  If you are thinking of breeding Rhodesian Ridgebacks, please speak with your veterinarian about potential tests that should be done to avoid congenitalCongenital means present at birth. Something that is congenital may or may not be inherited by parents and passed on to offspring. disorders in offspring. 

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