iDog Breed Number: CB204
Original: Zimbabwe
Personality:
Energy Level: Somewhat Active; Athletic, quick, and strong, RRs need lots of exercise and socialization
Good With Children: Yes
Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
Shedding: Seasonal
Grooming: Occasional
Trainability: Responds Well
Height: 63.5-68.6 cm (male), 61-66 cm (female)
Weight: 38.6 kg (male), 31.8 kg (female)
Barking Level: Quiet
History:
Web Source Name: Rhodesian Ridgeback
from AKC
Other Name: African lion dog;African lion hound
| Disease Name | Gene Name | Disease Level (CIDD) | Associated Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cataract | HSF4 | may be inherited | OMIA: |
| Cerebellar cortical abiotrophy | have an increased incidence | ||
| Cervical vertebral malformation or instability | have an increased incidence | ||
| Deafness | have an increased incidence | ||
| Myelopathy | SOD1 SP110 | may be inherited | OMIA: |
| Dermoid sinus | FGF4 FGF19 FGF3 ORAOV1 | Most Important | OMIA: |
| Entropion | may be inherited | ||
| Hip dysplasia | Most Important |
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC)
United Kennel Club (UKC)
Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI)