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Breed Standard
for the Rhodesian Ridgeback |
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General Appearance: |
Slightly longer than tall, the Ridgeback combines features
of speed, power, and endurance. |
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Head: |
Round eyes; flat skull, rather broad between ears; high-set
ears of medium size |
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Tail: |
Tapering tail, carried with a slight curve |
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Color: |
Light wheaten to red wheaten; nose can be black, brown or
liver |
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Size: |
Weight: Male 85 lbs; Female 70 lbs
Height: Male 25 – 27”; Female 24 – 26” |
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Temperament: |
Not
only is it a keen and versatile hunter, but it is a loyal
guardian. It is good with children, especially protective
of those in its family, but it is sometimes overly
boisterous in play for small children. |