Origin and use: The only recognized dog that came from South Africa where it was used in packs for lion hunting.
Height: dog 63 to 69 cm, bitch 61 to 66 cm
Weight: dog 34 to 36 kg, bitch 29 to 32 kg
Temperament: friendly, fearless, energetic, devoted, good watch-dog
Useful information: Ridgebacks should be brushed regularly and bathed about once a year.

Breed clubs:
SA Rhodesian Ridgeback Club. PO Box 95188, Waterkloof, 0145
Secretary Tel: 031762 2127
Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the Free State. PO Box 240, Villiers, 9840
Secretary tel. 011 979 2614
Website: www.rhodesianridgeback.org.za

Please note: Should you not have success with any of the above addresses click here for KUSA's address list.

Breeders:

Sources:
The Kennel Union of SA,
FCI Breed Standards,
Canadian Kennel Club Breed Standards,
Guide to the Dogs of the World published by Treasure Press,
The Readers Digest Illustrated Book of Dogs.