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Rhodesian Ridgeback (short coat)  : :  Female (spayed)  : :  Baby


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Learn more about the Rhodesian Ridgeback.

Raya the Ridgie Pup needs a caretaker or foster! Won't you consider helping her get a new start?

About Raya the Ridgie Pup

  • Microchipped: Yes
  • Housetrained: No

Raya is a very sweet girl. She loves to play with her siblings. She's the first to tire out and sit quietly until everyone settles down. She sometimes has a little trouble using the doggie door because of her smaller size. 

Puppies are a ton of fun, but also a ton of work. Please think carefully if raising a puppy fits into your lifestyle. Puppies are babies and need much training and socialization to grow into well behaved canine citizens.  Puppies are blank slates and must be taught housetraining, what is ok to chew and what is not, they must be taught not to play bite and jump. Puppy training classes are highly recommended and a great way to bond with your new puppy.

To see what Raya is up to on a daily basis, find and like the Fairytail Fosters page on Facebook.


According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Rhodesian Ridgeback, originally from Zimbabwe, resulted from crosses between ridgebacked dogs originally kept by native tribes in South Africa and other breeds, such as the Khoikhoi dog, Mastiff, Deerhound and some breeds that are not known. It was the native Khoikhoi dog that gave the Ridgeback his distinctive reverse-hair coat marking, a dominant characteristic that today makes him unique among dog breeds. The ridgebacks were imported by Boer settlers in the 16th and 17th centuries. Its standard, fixed in Rhodesia, dates from 1922. The Rhodesian Ridgeback was used for many purposes. This impressive, protective hound could hunt game, retrieve, take care of children, and guard property. South African hunters discovered that the Ridgeback, used in packs, was very effective against lions, hence the breed's other name, the African Lion Hound. The Rhodesian Ridgeback is well adapted to the harsh African environment. He can withstand very high temperatures and the damp cold of night. It is insensitive to insect bites and can go without food and water for over 24 hours. The Rhodesian Ridgeback is ferocious in the hunt, 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 thorough obedience training, socialization with people and other dogs, and firm owner leadership to become the excellent companion he can be. Ridgebacks react best to an extremely consistent and equable approach to training. 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 has to be addressed during their early training. 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. They have a life expectancy of about 10-12 years.

More about Raya the Ridgie Pup

Good with Dogs, Good with Kids

Raya the Ridgie Pup's sister, Rae the Ridgie Pup (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's sister, Rayne the Lovable Lady (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's mother, Reagan the Ridgie Mom (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's brother, Reece the Ridgie Pup (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's brother, Rocky aka Reid (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's brother, Remy the Ridgie Pup (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's brother, Riley the Ridgie Pup (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's brother, River the Ridgie Pup (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's brother, Rocco the Ridgie Pup (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's sister, Rory the Ridgie Pup (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's sister, Ruby the Ridgie Pup (adopted) can also be seen on our website.
Raya the Ridgie Pup's brother, Ryan the Ridgie Pup (adopted) can also be seen on our website.

 
 

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