The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a large and athletic breed of dog that was originally bred in Zimbabwe for hunting large game. They are intelligent, independent, and loyal, and make excellent companion dogs.
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Also known as African Lion Hound, African Lion Dog, Van Rooyen's Lion Dog
Origin
- Country
- Zimbabwe
- Region
- Southern Africa
- Era
- 19th century
Group
- Hound
Lifespan
- 10–12 years
Size
- Height
- Male 63–69 cm · Female 61–66 cm
- Weight
- Male 36–39 kg · Female 30–32 kg
Coat
- Type
- smooth
- Length
- short
- Colours
- light wheaten, wheaten, red wheaten
Traits
- dignified, intelligent, reserved with strangers, loyal, athletic, independent