The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a dog breed developed in Zimbabwe, formerly Rhodesia. The Rhodesian Ridgeback was previously known as Rhodesian Lion Dog, African Lion Hound or African lion dog because of its ability to keep a lion at bay while awaiting its master's arrival to make the kill. One of the breed's unique trait is that it has a ridge of hair along its spine which runs in opposite direction to the rest of its coat. The Rhodesian Ridgeback has a muscular and powerful build.

The breed is intelligent, loyal and learn quickly, but will be stubborn and willful if it is stronger minded than its owner (in other words they will only pay attention a dominant owner). Ridgebacks react best to an extremely consistent and firm but calm approach to training, training should begin at a young age. This breed was officially recognized by the AKC in 1955.

In my opinion, the Rhodesian Ridgeback shares a slight resemblance to the South African Mastiff (Boerboel) in terms of its muscular frame, color, and roots (they both have roots in Africa). What are your thoughts on this breed?

SOURCE: http://wooflinepets.com/2017/02/22/the-rhodesian-ridgeback/ (WOOFLINE PETS)

I just love this breed, it doesn't seem as popular as boerboels in Naija considering both came from the same region..

I wonder why, breeders??

Baroba:
I just love this breed, it doesn't seem as popular as boerboels in Naija considering both came from the same region..

I wonder why, breeders??

Interesting train of thought.... I guess we just don't have a market for them here.

DogLover24:


Interesting train of thought.... I guess we just don't have a market for them here.

I saw one at abeokuta show yesterday.

DogLover24:


Interesting train of thought.... I guess we just don't have a market for them here.

What could be the reason, not exotic looking enough or what or are they expensive..

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festaclanre:
I saw one at abeokuta show yesterday.

which show was that?

DogLover24:
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which show was that?

the came up last week Saturday at abeokuta grammar school. powered by jojo

festaclanre:
the came up last week Saturday at abeokuta grammar school. powered by jojo

nice one

DogLover24:

nice one

though I was disappointed. I travelled all the way from Ogbomoso to abeokuta for the show.

festaclanre:
though I was disappointed. I travelled all the way from Ogbomoso to abeokuta for the show.

Why were you disappointed?

DogLover24:


Why were you disappointed?

the breeds I saw there are common breeds no new things. and it was not well organized.

festaclanre:
the breeds I saw there are common breeds no new things. and it was not well organized.

Sad. It's always rare to see well-organised shows

DogLover24:


Sad. It's always rare to see well-organised shows

OK. doglover, please I just lost my Dog. is there anywhere in Nigeria I can adopt rescue dog like the so called shelter in abroad.

festaclanre:
OK. doglover, please I just lost my Dog. is there anywhere in Nigeria I can adopt rescue dog like the so called shelter in abroad.

Sorry for your loss. I dont know of any, I think the best bet is to ask family and friends if they have a dog they want to give up for adoption.

DogLover24:


Sorry for your loss. I dont know of any, I think the best bet is to ask family and friends if they have a dog they want to give up for adoption.

don't have any

Is it the same as this dog in pics? Been trying to knw its breed long time ago.

ycmdng:
Is it the same as this dog in pics? Been trying to knw its breed long time ago.

This looks somewhat like a mixed breed to me, It has the size of a St Bernard, the colour of a Rottweiler, and also some features of a Boerboel.

ycmdng:
Is it the same as this dog in pics? Been trying to knw its breed long time ago.

looks like a Swiss mountain dog

ycmdng:
Is it the same as this dog in pics? Been trying to knw its breed long time ago.

This is a Swiss Mountain Dog.