5 Reasons You SHOULD NOT GET A RIDGEBACK!
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- 5 Reasons You SHOULD NOT GET A RIDGEBACK! Ridgeback's are not for everyone, they are incredible dog breed, one of my favourites in fact, but that doesn't not mean everyone should get a Ridgeback, and in today I explain why!
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Best dog I ever had. Energetic, stubborn, extremely intelligent, he learnt to scale mesh fences and go for his own walk. Excellent guard dog too.
Why people buy one and then regret getting one lol they can’t handle it
@Djangolind I volunteer at an RSPCA centre. It's so sad to see animals being neglected and suffering. So many people are not aware that pets require just as much attention as a human, as they require routines, need exercise, health care, regular food, etc.
My partner has barred me from bringing home certain animals from the outreach centre.
I trust animals more than a human.
Great advice. Not a criticism at all, but most of what you said applies to a lot of dogs. Don't get a dog if you work long hours. If you're gonna leave the dog in the backyard or not, take time to properly train & work with your dod
yeah one fell into my life after being abandoned. I was truly underestimated it was a shephard mixed too. Would scale my 6 foot wooden fence. She was great and listened well but had abandonedment issues i think. So if I left she would run around looking for me once i was back she would come back. It caused issues a few times we just couldnt let her in the yard alone. She would only do it when I left but still a worry.
Absolutly. We had one, she die 2 years ago and we miss her a lot. She was the best dog we ever had. Even as we loved our Labradors, Big Swiss Sennendog too, we fell completely and utterly in love with our Ridgeback.
I got so lucky with my ridgeback. We took him out of a really bad situation (pretty serious neglect). He's so loving, protective, social and loyal. Such an unbelievable dog. I appreciate him so much.
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I have a 2 yr old male Ridgeback, I can’t emphasize enough how spot on this video is in every point that is made. I absolutely love my boy but it for sure has been a challenge every step of the way to help him be a great dog. The challenges are for sure worth it , but you must be prepared to put the time in!
Can you please be a bit more specific about these challenges as I am looking at adopting a 2 year old female. I am more familiar with German Shepherds. Thanks
Have two and best dogs ever. Very strong will but extremely loyal. Must have large property.
I know lots of city folks with no yards that have them. You just need to find spots where they can run safely. If you're savvy they are out there.
This guy has two in an apartment in Chicago and he puts out some of the best videos for the pet crowd.
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Yeah they are very loyal.
Darn it. I found this video 12 yrs too late. My boy can be my leader anyday.
Completely agree
@@Janeway1269 agreed. Alot of cities have decent sized dog parks so no issues there
We've just adopted our 6th Rhodesian Ridgeback in 25 years (we have a 6 year old female as well). We've had other breeds and rescues intermixed over the years as well, but the Ridgebacks are our breed of choice. They are not for the faint of heart and you do have to be a leader with discipline (in commands, not by being physical). They are smart, strong, stubborn at times, and extremely loving and loyal. We have 16 acres now, but before we lived in the suburbs which meant a commitment to long walks and trail runs. While they are happy to surf the sofa for many hours at a time, you cannot expect them to be a lump 24/7. Ridgebacks need to run - it's in their DNA. They are amazing and beautiful creatures.
4 RRs since 2001 (#4 is still with us.) Agree! But they really are the best.
if you have 16 acres why dont you get them a couple of lions to hunt. That would make for some great stories if you survive... go on do it
@@100spanky Moron. Ridgebacks didn't attack lions, they held them at bay until human hunters got there and despatched them. I hand reared a rabbit and one of my Ridgebacks adored her. They are not vicious unless their loved ones are threatened.
@@100spankythey don’t hunt lions they bay them. No dog could take on a lion.
@@kippyc98what makes them the best just curious?
It takes a good loving and younger person to raise a RR. My son just lost his 12 y/o companion a week ago today. Lou was the love of our life. He was so easy to train, dearly loved his weekly visits to the lake and played like a child. Plus the almost daily outings to work off all that energy. I’m glad you have another version of the reasons to own a RR. He gave as much love as he received. He stole everyone’s heart and loved showing his newest tricks. There will never be another Lou!
I’ve had two and I never had any difficulty with training or them being ‘ stubborn’??? They just had a genuine desire to please the master. I plan to get one more after our mountain home is ready. Blessings. Great channel. 🙏🙏🙏🕊🕊🕊
I save dogs from the streets. One year ago I saved a Rhodesian Ridgeback from the streets, I believe she was kicked to the curb because she did not have a "ridge". This is one of the most special dogs I have ever saved. She is so special, I decided to keep her. She is super loyal and a great watch dog.
This is absolutely on point! My ridgie is 2 years old, we got her socialized early and often, along with some positive reinforcement training. She's the best dog I've ever had.
It helps that she picked us, though. She fell asleep on my chest as a 6 week old puppy, then claimed us again a few weeks on. We love her so, and she's the best dog!
I took in a re-homed RR, best thing it ever happened to me and her. She’s no longer with me it’s been two years now and I’m ready to re home another now. Best dog ever.
As my first dog I got a Ridgeback and everything you said is true but obviously I had studied a lot. I have managed to be a great leder for my dog. From Italy🇮🇹👌
We rescued a ridgeback/boxer mix that two other adopters had to return... for all the reasons you so clearly identified in this great vid. Even tho' she's not pure-bred, she has the ridge on her back and the temperament to match. 'Fence-jumper'... was the only thing written on her chart at the shelter. It took me a whole year and two different trainers to finally 'get' and put into practice what you are saying about strong, calm, confident ownership. She is my first dog and I'm 72 yrs old and she is SO strong and fast and willful that I almost gave up on her. I'm so glad I didn't... just in the last couple of months we had a breakthrough where she finally started to see me as her protector and, for lack of a better word, 'boss'. And I finally learned to relax and be confident. We do five walks a day 'cause she is that energetic as you mentioned... and I love our walks now... she's the love of my life. Luckily, I'm retired and devote a LOT of time to her, but it is all worth it. This dog may not have found a home if she hadn't been adopted by someone with time. Every word you said was 'spot on'... thanks!
As someone who works in a doggy-daycare environment, make sure that any daycare you use is used to working with Ridgebacks and be careful in dog park environments. Other dogs sometimes think the ridge is an aggressive showing of raised spine hair, especially when 1st introduced.
Mate, solid presentation skills. Absolute natural in front of the camera. Solid effort!
A client called me a month ago asking to help with her Ridgeback. He's territorial and very reactive to people coming to the door. He also bites. They've already given away a Rottweiler, who also bit people (suprise suprise) and she started by asking if I think (a person she doesn't know from a hole in the wall) if she should keep or give away the dog. She also said she's "not a big dog person". Tomorrow I'm going there... and I already have been mentally preparing all month to muster all the patience I have with these people, and not straight out the gate call them miserable human beings for treating dogs like an interchangeable commodity. Lord give me strength.
Totally agree 👍 Owning Rhodesian ridgebacks is a full time job . They are the Navy Seal of dogs . Very high prey Drive also . They are also couch potatoes and very social with other ridgebacks . They need space too burn off energy everyday also . Constant training and you need too be a outdoors type person too appreciate these dogs . I love all dogs but with ridgebacks there is never a dull moment 👍
I grew up with dogs, and when I went to college my parents wouldn't let me take my sweet angel Levi (a male RR who was around 8 yrs old). I decided to take a leap of faith and get my own male RR while still going to school. I guess that technically made me a first-time dog owner (independent of family dogs). That being said, it's possible to do amazing things with the breed, you just have to be willing to put in the effort. My boy, Moose, is now coming on 2 1/2 years old and is heading to Houston with me as I start my career after graduating in May this year. My dog is my life, and I spend at least 3 hours a day on walks or at the dog park with him. I find it just as much fun as he does. I'd much rather get a nice workout with him than go to a stuffy gym - plus I prefer his company to other people too lol. At this point, he has passed basic obedience, intermediate obedience, basic agility, and got his Canine Good Citizen certificate. I love to increase our bond as a team, and I can't wait to see all the amazing things we can do. Oh and don't get me wrong, he's an absolute couch potato so he doesn't mind sleeping all day while I work. However, when I get home, he knows it's game time and time to have some fun lol! I think it doesn't matter how many dogs you've had before, but it does matter the amount of effort and time you're willing to spend. It's also imperative to do your research and know what you're getting into to create the best relationship/life for both you and your dog.
I think I have a Shar pei ridge back mix . He's way more than a handful . Less than a year old the vet told me . I stay on a boat about one hundred yards from a man made island . Nothing but crabs and a few rats can survive on this island . Somebody dropped this beautiful dog off on this twenty foot by maybe a thousand foot island . It took me three days bringing water and food just to almost pet him . I saw a tennis ball washed up on the island , so I tossed it he chased it grabbed it and ran the other way . An hour later he adopted me ! Hasn't stopped licking my beard and chewing on my ears for weeks . True to the bone glad to share.
I have a rescue that was listed as a Doberman mix, & I believe it's Ridgeback ! When He gets excited the hair stands up from his neck down his spine ! Absolutely the best dog I ever owned ! My sons made Him a bed beside mine ! I have PTSD & fight in My sleep sometimes ! The 1st night I had one & My wife said He jumped on the bed, lay His head on My chest, & I calmed down ! He has slept with Me since ! Wish I knew how to post his picture !
This is an awesome story, I’m glad he’s been able to help you out so much and that you’ve been able to do the same for him :)
I lost my Ridgeback last june he was my bestfriend. Great dog. He was an amazing hiking companion. But what sold me on the breed for the future was he saved my life during a particularly nasty seizure event with zero training in that area as until 3 years ago I didn't know I had epilepsy. I am currently searching for a breeder with puppies. Hopefully I can find my next dog/friend and service dog soon.
Did you find your pup? We have 6 left in our litter now and my girl is pregnant again so will have puppies by about September this year. They are hybrid rhodesian but every bit as wonderful ❤️ send me a message of interested.
Did he pass away?
Ketogenic diet, high fat to fuel the brain and lessen the epileptic triggers.
same my childhood dog died in june and she was the sweetest dog ever
Hi, unfortunately we have discovered another reason to not get a Ridgeback. We re homed an 11 month old ridgeback called Dexter back in December 2020. He soon wormed his way into the whole families hearts like no other dog could. We have had two fantastic years of the most challenging and rewarding dog you can imagine. At the beginning of November 2022 he developed a large lump on his front left wrist which the vets said was a tumour. They said it might be aggressive and he might only live for another 6 weeks. Here we are into February 2023, Dexter has had his 3rd birthday but we know he will probably not see his 4th. We are doing all we can to prolong his life without amputation and chemotherapy because we know even that combination will only give him another 10 to 12 months as the cancer has already spread through his body on a cellular level. Now it is one day at a time, and trying to fit 10 years worth of love into less than one year. Every walk, run and play is both joyful and sad. The same situation could apply to any dog I know but be aware that a Ridgeback can break your heart every day for months if you are unlucky.
So…I think my pup (adopted two months ago) is a Ridgeback/Malinois mix & tbh I had watched your Malinois videos first cause I just realized she’s likely got Ridgeback in her as well & tbh…your videos make me so stoked to have this mix! I feel so confident & genuinely excited to have what might be such a rare & amazing blend of genes! Thank you Will & team for educating us all on the nuances of breeds & their needs whether it be exercise, training, socialization or any number of needs a pup has, but I feel so lucky to have stumbled upon this pup cause she showed instant love for me at the shelter & in only two months we have become an inseparable team, partially due to the invaluable guidance from you & your team. I’m a bit obsessive with my yearning to learn to be a proper leader & that’s why I was immediately drawn to your channels. I will be getting a DNA test soon as she was a stray but she shows many traits of Malinois & Ridgeback that make me so thrilled to be blessed to have found her when I did. I think we both needed this partnership & I’m thrilled to say…CHALLENGE ACCEPTED haha thanks again Will & team for your breadth of insight across many breeds, it has made me feel equipt & truly excited to give Daisy everything she needs
Sounds like a neat puppy!!
We rescued a Ridgie who was labeled as a Shepherd mix...boy were we unprepared! But she is our sweet girl and she KNOWS when Momma here is giving her the stink-eye...I think she's mixed with Boxer (she punches and boxes just like a Boxer) and her hindquarters are very boxer-like, I will be getting a DNA test done for her soon. We rescued her at 2 years old and she had NEVER been socialized so, even 2+ years later, we've been unsuccessful at teaching her to play nice at the doggie park...I will be watching your channel for ideas! I would LOVE to add another dog to our family! We are full-time RVers who love to hike and travel and she is the best companion ever!
Thanks for all of these videos Will! I plan to get a Rhodesian Ridgeback, but I always like a 2nd, 3rd, 4th opinion in all areas to make sure I can provide the right environment for them.
I am too old am now non athletic for a Rhodesian Ridgeback . My sister owns one . I love that dog and the dog loves me but RRs are a lot of work . It is debatable but I do think Ridgebacks are the most beautiful dogs of all
A Ridgeback owner here. Can agree with everything you said. I feel like my Labrador helped train the fellow. He isn't as trained as my labro, but still listens and controlled. Love Ridgebacks alot ♥️
I have been a dog person all of my life and have always had rescue dogs. Penny (our RRB) adopted us in October 2012 and quickly took a huge part of our hearts. All RRB owners know how intelligent and independant they are - I have often said that their personality is more human than canine. In September 2015 I had an accident where I severely damaged my hand, this put me into a depression and the only one who could reach me and drag me back was Penny - this made our connection even stronger and more special. On 13 December, 4 weeks ago, whilst out for our morning walk Penny collapsed and died, as far as we know she was 11. I would not have missed those 8 years with Penny, but the heartbreak when she died was and still is incomperable. As a dog person, I now have a new 4 legged furry - no dog could replace Penny so I decided not to try and went for the complete opposite, a male greyhound called Alfie - he is affectionate, great fun, great company and a great personality, so why is my heart breaking all over again as I write this about my princess? This is the one huge problem with being owned by a Ridgeback.
So sorry to hear about your loss. Sadly no dog can ever be replaced but we are lucky enough to bring new ones int our home. Hoping training continues to go well with Alfie!
Rip Oscar .
He was my best friend and a ridgeback.
I can’t even tell folks about his character. He was so awesome. Way strong. And intelligent too. Able to balance that out .
Just put my Rhodesian-Thai ridgeback down on Christmas Eve it almost killed me she was my soulmate. I got a phu quoc ridgeback she’s something else lol
My family is all in agreement, time for a new addition to the crew. Dog would be awesome.
My Rango was the best dog I ever owened!! U r right very intelligent. He picked up on sighn language right away! Now got a belgium malinois n he is a land shark but also high energy n very intelligent n knows sighn language at 5months my velvet face Ruger!!
I've had Ridgebacks nearly my whole life. They aren't for everyone but they are amazing dogs. Extremely difficult puppies!
I had a Ridgeback for 14 years. Maggie was awesome. She liked to play a hiding game and would hide in my wood line, no doubt amused by my calling for her. A salesman once just appeared out of nowhere. I told him to stand still until I located Maggie. She was also highly protective of my wife and became enraged if she could not keep a constant eye on her. The salesman did not listen. My wife came out the front door, when the salesman walked toward her he inadvertently came between my wife and my dogs line of sight. Maggie came out of the woods like a bullet and I had to tackle her to keep her from eating the salesman. He left quickly and never returned. It is a great memory of that wonderful dog. When I worked late or traveled, I never had to worry about the wife’s safety.
I had a ridgeback as a kid. Was the first dog that was "mine". Greatest dog I ever had. I'd ride my skateboard with him instead of walking, he'd give me an inquisitive look like you ready? He would wait until I'd tell him "lets go." I'd just hold on to the leash and would be skitching off him like a car. All I would have to do is say "let's go home" and he would turn around and run us home. We both had so much fun. I never trained him but he somehow knew what I wanted and what I was saying. Smartest dog I've ever had, we would put him in his cage when we left cause my parents "didn't want him to destroy the house" but he figured out how to undo the locks so he could walk around and guard the house when we weren't there. We had chickens in the back yard and he would sometimes chase them but never go after them/hurt them, he'd just play chase with them. He slept in my room and if my parents came in to wake me up for school he'd sit up & growl until he smelled who it was or saw when the light came on and stopped when he knew who it was & wasn't a threat, incredibly protective & cautious. My dad didnt like it at first but realized after a couple weeks he's just making sure it's not a stranger there to hurt me. Best guard dog. If he was in the back yard when I got off the school bus, he'd hear it stop and jump the chain link fence, run down the street to me & walk me home. It's been almost 20 years and I miss that dog more than anything, he was my best friend, only dog that truly felt like a protector & companion. Rhodesians are the greatest breed to me, my parents were AKC judges so been around almost every breed. Non come close to a rhodesian ridgeback. Can't wait to get a yard again and get another. Man I miss him, became an akc champion too.
I have two 5 yr old ridgebacks that are siblings. I want to thank you for that brutally honest take on these dog's traits. They do require a strong leader for an owner and they respect that strength with obedience. If you can get past the first 15 months successfully they are the best dogs you'll ever own. Mine are trained to sit and wait when I open the back door and only after they both sit and are calm do they get to come in.
My stepmom gave me my Ridgie and she has his twin sister, they’re less than a year old and they’re like little furry tornadoes 😂
I have a RR/Boxer/Pitbull mix as my first dog, and pet that's required actual responsibility, and while it's been really hard, I've learned as much as he has. he's so much smarter than I thought dogs could be and he's always tried his hardest to make me happy to the point I've hardly had to use treats for training because he desperately wants to learn so he can feel confident, as he is also very independent but relies on me when he gets overwhelmed or scared. I broke through all of these guidelines but with a lot of patience and a strong emotional connection as I've always felt spiritually close to dogs, we always came out of it a better dog and a better master. If you're just going to see this breed as "a dog" or a tool, you definitely need to obey the guidelines, but it's always going to be different when there's a strong friendship between man and dog.
As a Ridgeback owner, thank you for this. Too many dogs end up in rescue because well-intended owners can't handle them.
If you still get a Ridge back...hold on for a wild ride.
Best dog I ever had never trained her but I think she understands what I'm telling her I live in Arizona I take her to the mountain by the house and she loves that one time she saw some wild pig and it was on I went home didn't think I would see her again but 2 hour later she came home with no scratches or jumping cactus on her love her
I have one and it’s the best family dog ever. Excellent guard dog. Very protective.
Ridgeback is the best dog for me,very strong but a gentle giant and extremely loyal dog i ever had and accompanied my family for 13yrs..rip roxy
Ours is a choco lab/Rhoddie mix. We walk her twice a day and take her to doggie day camp. She needs a job and “running the camp” is her job. She is super smart, very protective of our home and of all 4 of us. She can definitely jump our 6 foot fence but luckily we give her lots of attention, play and love.
We had to rehome pur Ridgeback last week, overstimulation for this highly sensitive breed was the reason. We are heartbroken. Not all ridgebacks are suitable for in cities. We are so glad we found a place for him at a farm. We had him 2,5 years. I miss him dearly.
Great dog. I loved my girl. She was a total gem.
I love my boy. He's a handful but I love him like a child. Watching videos like this so I can learn
Had one years ago and unless you own a huge and I mean huge piece of land then you're looking at a 2 hour walk a day minimum with smaller walks throughout the day. My dog was like a nuclear reactor powered ginger missile that would instantly play up if she couldn't get the energy out. Also they have a weird ability to absorb all the heat from a fireplace
I couldn't agree more with the above mentioned. There are certain individuals who have acquired the Rhodies (RRBs) for all the wrong reasons and eventually ended up with very disastrous consequences. I am die-hard RRB person since age seven (7-yrs), and I have just secured three young Rhodies from a very reputable breeder.
I have a ridgeback-boxer mix since he was a puppy a few years ago, and these videos explain so much about why he does what he does. Initially, he looked like a boxer but as he got bigger and bigger - and something funny developed along his spine - I finally did the DNA test and found out he had this much stronger ridgeback lineage. The info about puppy craziness is SO TRUE - Puddles caused so much chaos during those first two years, it drove me a bit mad! (He swallowed a five-inch sewing needle WHOLE with the thread still on it, and five thousand dollars later was back to looking for more stuff to chew on...). Thankfully, he gained a female companion shortly after that (not a ridgeback, she's a smaller pointer-terrier mix but much crazier than he is! She's definitely the alpha in their relationship.). Despite all of the high energy and extreme protectiveness, he's been super wonderful. Wouldn't trade him - or his super adorable puppy-dog eyes, which have gotten him off the hook many, many times - for the world!
Reason 6: you will never be able to go alone to the bathroom again
My ridgeback picked me. He randomly showed up at my house. I moved into a new duplex. Bad neighborhood. But I'm not homeless. Well one day i had 2 of these dogs show up and start living in my yard. one at the front door and one at the back door. I found the owner for one of them. He was chipped. But the baby wasn't and no one seems to have lost one. We think he was born in the wild. But he is the best dog I've ever owned. I cant agree with you more. This is nothing but truth!
Our Kirra has been our biggest love and most loyal companion for 13yrs now. She is the best but unfortunately has developed Spinal degeneration over the last year or so. Because of this she is starting to loose control of her back legs. We walk her every day, as much as she is willing, to try and keep her muscle strength up. She has had a very active life and never left our side but with this condition the vet has said that we may have to have her put down, if it degenerates to much and makes her immobilised and in pain. We are dreading this day, if it was to happen. We so wish for her to go naturally and on her own terms.
The vet has said that this condition is not uncommon with not only Rhodesian Ridgebacks but also other dogs of similar stature and size. So weight control is of utmost importance with this breed.
Anyway, about Ridge backs as a pet. They are very loyal, not difficult to train(treats are your helper here) and not demanding as long as they get their daily excersise. They do like attention (when they want it) but otherwise are not demanding. Our girl is not aggressive at all but this obviously depends how they get raised. Overall I think that Ridgebacks are an excellent family pet as long as you have the time for them. If you make the time for them then they will be the best companion for life. Be aware, they love to run when they are younger so need space to achieve this. We live by the beach so our girl has always had heaps of space to burn off all that energy and then do her favourite past time after. Sleep! 😂 If you are able to commit to all this then Rhodesian Ridgebacks are the dog for you. One word of advice. If you do decide to get one, make sure that you get one from a reputable dealer as ones that come from dog farmers and back yard breeders are prone to hip and elbow dysplasia and Dermoid Sinus. A reputable breeders will normally offer a certificate stating that the dog has been checked for these conditions, back yard breeders won't. Spend the extra money with the reputable breeders as, if your new puppy has any of these terminal conditions, it will have to be euthanased.
( Very much appreciate your wise and sound advice here. IMHO, the owner described below, while loving her Ridgeback, is not up to the task of her dog's will. The owner doesn't have the discipline, doesn't take the dog on walks at all while believing that roaming around in the yard is fine enough, is too timid and has little boundaries and skillset for such. She makes every excuse for her dog. Scary. I truly wonder if the dog is gonna have a full life or not. )
Word of Caution: My neighbor in her 70's got a Ridgeback who is quite the patrolling watchdog, pretty intelligent, and quite affectionate once she gets to know you. BUT, and this goes for any prospective dog owner in all probability, even though you might purchase a dog that was previously "trained", it doesn't mean squat if they don't follow commands consistently. And this particular Ridgeback routinely doesn't follow every command by her owner. The dog does have an independent spirit, which is only charming until...she ran out on a busy road when the front gate was open while not minding her owner to "Come". Fortunately, she wasn't hit by a car, she's fine. The owner thinks her dog is the bee's knees. Yes, but if she doesn't take greater responsibility for further TRAINING, then she is simply putting the dog at risk through her absent-mindedness.
Moral of the Story: Be sober-minded and responsible when welcoming a dog into one's life.
The ridgeback is one of my favourite dogs, pipped at the post by my weimaraner. Hands happily full with this one, so definitely the ridgeback would have been a step too far and would have been a really bad decision for the dog.
Great believer in it's not the dog, it's the owner!
This is my 4th ridgeback and it always makes me chuckle when google says puppy’s should only get 2 25mins a day, big man over here would go mental if I only gave him that, to be very clear I do not over walk him and take very good care of him, his diet is of top tier quality, and he is very well socialised to people and dogs at 4months of age currently working on his walking and return very smart boy
I love how you say the breed name!
#1 is hands down the best point. For example, last year my dog suddenly decided he didn't enjoy walks anymore. I don't know why or what changed, but he would act scared or simply done and drag me back home after only a couple minutes, annoying me greatly as I need to walk to think well. This year, I wasn't having that anymore because we both need the exercise, and he learned over the course of 2 weeks that I am more determined and stubborn than he is, and when I say it's time for walkies, IT'S TIME FOR WALKIES. I took my 75lb dog and picked him up and walked with him. I got a harness so he can't slip out, meaning his butt gets dragged if he tries to sit. We no longer have issues and he's back to being excited for walks. It took patience, and various kinds of strength that came from love, and you need to be that kind of person (which you can learn to be) to have a dog like this and live a good life.
I have had a ridgeback (Mazi) he was my biggest love in the world so far, will never forget him
I got a 4 month old Ridgeback. He's got a Short Haired Pointer as a best friend & training mate. Amazing dogs.
Glad I trained a my first service dog and this is my second one. Thought I was getting a BMC, but I'm very pleased with my RR. Fireworks, popguns, thunderstorms? Ohh those sounds just mean it's playtime outside. 😂
I got lucky with my Ridgebacks. We realised we never had to train them. Never needed a leash for walks. Even when there were other dogs in the area. We just understood each other.
We had one for 2 y ago he died 12y old, we loved her so much... but as he says in video we didn't train her well so she was independent and many times out of control because of cats or cyclists.... But next time if I have dog I want the same race and spend more time with him to train ❤️ learn him more discipline
I can attest now having my ridge back for four months and he is now six months old that if you do not correct them every single time you give a command with a good choke chain correction, e-collar, or other strong device, they will mow you down and figure out how to defy you. They are HIGHLY INTELLIGENT. You must learn to figure them out with what treats they like and also praise them after they do good, even on the choke chain or e-collar. Once they have done what you ask them to (or corrected them to do) then some off leash training with “come”, “sit”, “down”, and “stay” give simple praise & reward of favorite treat - but DONT show the treat: they get very smart at figuring out if you have anything in your hand or not, and then they will defy you. I HIGHLY recommend a trainer to help with 1st time obedience and consistency for at least 5 to 10 home training sessions. Believe me - once you see one counter-surfing and picking up a knife or getting into chemicals, your dinner, or other things, you will want to know how to stop that behavior immediately.
Was dubious about this film, owning a ridgeback myself, but it is indeed spot-on. Listen to this guy.
When I was a kid in Africa I had lots of Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs. They are the best dogs I have ever had. I have also had a few Tibetan Mastiffs and CAUCASIAN OVCHARKA.
They are known as GUARDIAN LIVESTOCK DOGS.
They including the Ridgebacks are not typical HOUSE DOGS nor are they suitable for APARTMENTS.
They are a breed that have a since of duty to perform a specific task. Thus they must be constantly stimulated and guided. They are also extremely loyal dogs with a sense of protection their charges including their family and especially children.
I have a ridgeback-lab mix. He actually was my first dog! We didn’t know much about ridgebacks and how they behave but he fitted so nicely into our family because we always loved to be active so he was just perfect! He is a bit crazy and energetic but that’s what we love about him. 😊
i have one and he is mixed with a queensland heeler and he is very protective and VERY strong but i put him through the highest training for reactive dogs
I am a rather shy and timid and small woman and my Ridgeback was my first dog, actually a friend of mine that trained dogs recommended the breed after questioning me what I expect from my dog (and knowing me). I honestly did not know the breed existed until then. But I made sure to find out as much as possible beforehand and I could not possibly have chosen any better suited dog for me. We clicked immediately (we were actually to take a look at the 6-weeks old litter the breeder had and went home with one of the 8-weeks old as she practically had chosen me instead of the other way around). Never had any problems with training or obedience after realizing (very quickly) she would learn very quickly when I made it fun and have the patience of a saint when she tried to outsmart me. The puppy and adolescent phase (they were not kidding they mature as 3 years old!) was sometimes exhausting. Still I can't think of a better breed but... I too always tell people to think it over properly - it is a big dog with a mind of their own and quite a personality that needs a consequent, calm hand and a lot of exercise and that will be a puppy for 3 years - if you are not up to it please leave it be for yours and the dogs sake.
We didn’t always have a lot of room for our dog, she was a Rhodesian ridgeback, but we still made sure she had her exercise and got her outside time! Definitely owning a fenced in area will help, but even if you don’t it’s possible to take good care of em with a little more work 😅
I picked up 2 Rhodesian ridgeback dashund mix puppies in road & my jack russel/beagle mix is training the prominent ridgeback puppy.. 1 seems more ridgeback & other dashund.. the 1 wit more dashund has more issues training. I tend to be more loving so I try to stay consistent but watching your video is helping me more.
I RAISED ONE ONLY 4 WEEKS OLD AND I WAS ABLE TO TRAIN HER VERY WELL. I POTTY TRAINED HER IN NO TIME. AT MEALS, SHE WAITS TILL SHE IS INSTRUCTED TO EAT. SHE HAD LOTS OF ENERGY. VERY SMART AND LOVING.
Best breed ever. Have several. They are a special and amazing creature.
Good day. My situation is as follows, I rescue local dogs, however they have mostly been small. My recent rescue is a Rhodesian Ridgeback that was running loose in a local market. I am trying to find the right home for her for all five reasons you mentioned and the fact that I have 14 small rescues. I will not give her to just anyone. She needs a family with an older child, she has very quickly attached herself to my 14 year old granddaughter. She is very young. If you have a list of people that adopt, please help. Thank you.
I came across your other channel because we have a Ridgeback puppy. I had no idea you had this channel too. Perfect.
the more i learn about ridgebacks the more convinced i am i got a defective ridgeback lmao. I love her to bits shes our ginger fuckwit called her karma and shes the most chill dog ive ever known never seen any of the stubborness that everyone else always mentions nor the difficulty with training. shes getting old now (about 8years old) so shes not as energetic as she used to be. after everything ive learnt i feel like i got very lucky to have such a chill dog
We gonna get a Ridgeback! We rlly love the breed! Its our 2nd dog. We have a big garden and a good place where he can load his energy. Where gonna get hit on puppycursus tho!
Pretty sure the mixed dog I got from the shelter is a ridgeback mix hahahaha first time solo dog owner with pretty much a 70lbs puppy. She’s a handful but I love her
The most perfect dog i ever had, beside the first year of his life never never never on the leash, neither on long hikes and trips to town center. If i had more time i would get another one, the first lived almost twelve years.
agree if you can't be with them most of the time they don't like that!! when my boy was a baby he ate a whole couch in the backyard... he's never been outside over night since!!! 😂 love them so much sweet but strong baby's!!!
honestly i never knew my dog is a ridgeback. my cousin sold me to her and told me she a mix of a doberman/pitbull, until someone told me that if im not sure if she is a ridgeback until i search it up. I’m not even upset about it because i love how she is so energetic, intelligent and very protective. she also the most sweetest dog ever even tho she can be stubborn too but that her personality and i love it. im excited for the rest of the years i have with her ❤
I had an Airedale and ridgebacks sound similar. I am sure I could deal with a ridgeback, I don't know if it's the right dog for where my life is now. Ridgebacks are so beautiful and strong and athletic. I am supporting you on what you are saying. I have seen too many mild mannered people being controlled by their dog. I met so many at the dog park where I go who clearly should never have anything more tough than a golden retriever. And even goldens that are so sweet and easy to train, must be brought up properly. You can't give them treats all day long and end up with a sickly dog that is fat and miserable. You have to be a parent. I like the way you think. The dog I have now is the kind that anyone can handle. He is a mix of a German shepherd and border collie. I never came across a smarter dog and easy to train. He is almost 16 and still trucking. I walk him 4 or 5 tines a day to keep him fit. Even he had breed specific stuff that you gave to be prepared for. Border collies can run literally all day long and love it. So I had to exercise the sh-t out if him to tire him out every day especially when he was young. My airedale was the same. I saw a ridgeback for the first time during the summer. I was so impressed. You know when a dog is good by their demeanour, confidence and the way they look at you. Maybe in a few years when things are more mellow. Great video
Thanks so much for watching and sharing your experiences!
I think a lot of people need to hear that mental exercises wear dogs out more than physical exercise. The challenge there with RRs is that they aren't exactly the type of dogs that live to pay attention to nothing but you and the games you come up with. Other dogs, squirrels, etc, are a bigger challenge to maintain an RR's focus in front of than say, a Poodle, German shepherd, etc.
I had an Aussie. I could handle a RR trainingwise.
@Pigeonsandpoultry my 2 Aussie were not work or food or toy inclined. They wanted to do what they wanted to do when they wanted to do it, and when I didn't excersize them enough I would catch teeth from them as well. I'm not arguing just stating I know how you feel. And that Aussies are not border collies. They aren't automatic or easy.
A year ago we adopted a beautiful dog from the local humane society. We were told she was a pit mix . We had no idea what a Rhodesian Ridgeback even was , our vet confirmed she is Rhodesian mixed with pit . She is the most loving , loyal, protective dog but we struggle as she was abused in her former family. She has come a long way since she joined out family and we are trying to give her the best life . She still has trust issues with men and she seems to be afraid of her own shadow. She gets anxiety during storms, she does not like car rides at all and yes , she has run away on us 3 times. Thankfully she is chipped and we were able to get her back . I am hoping your knowledge will help us be the best Ridgeback family we can be.
I have 2 ridge backs and they are fine and cute
Great video. I've had RRs for over twenty years. I love this breed, but they're not for everybody.
I have a boerboel Ridgeback mix. My dog looks like a agile boerboel with a ridge but he's definitely all Ridgeback in personality.They realllly need a routine and an affectionate owner.But I like it tho he's super obedient, but drops he's gaurd and gets a little rowdy when we play alone and I give him permission to. I do believe that you should give these dogs a time to release their aggression in a controlled environment.
One of the most fantastic things is to see his fur wrinkles of expressions above the eyes ....
HELP. We have had our 2ish year old RR, a female named Bijou, about a year. We got her from a social media post of someone who needed to get rid of a "Lab" immediately due to the living situation. We met the dog, she was obviously miserable and in her fourth home in 6 months. So, we took in our "lab" and our life has turned on its head. We have always had rescue dogs, one larger male a mix of rottie and husky and we have owned labs before. Bijou was all mixed up when she we gradually introduced her to our other three dogs and extended family, but we were expecting a lab and she didn't act like one - like climbing our 8 foot fence, trying to dominate everything and wanting to play 24/7 in the South Texas heat. I had never seen a dog like this. After one surgery for me after she wrapped me up in her leash, hundreds of dollars in personal dog training we now have things tolerable. There is no relaxing with her - I have to be on my game all the time to keep her engaged and entertained and as a lifelong dog owner of multiple breeds she has pushed any dog raising skill I thought I had. This video says all the reasons we never should have gotten Bijou and I have to agree.
Only recently did we discover our "lab" isn't a drug addict, Bijou is a RR. This explains so much and as helpful as it is, it is also discouraging. She isn't going to calm down and with our family's very busy lifestyle makes is really hard to give her the exercise and mental engagement she needs. Bijou wants so badly for us to be happy with her and to play, but my wife and I work away from home a lot and when we get home it is nice to have a short walk around the yard and then sit on the couch with the other dogs - who all are just couch potatoes. Bijou knows we are family, she is fiercely loyal and wants to snuggle all the time. We do love her for the knucklehead she is.
Is there any hope? We have a fenced half acre, but she can't be left alone out there because she will scale the fence in about 2 seconds. We play with her all we can and try to keep her engaged mentally, but we really hoped, like a lab, she would grow out of this high energy phase and according to all the info I can find on RR, that really doesn't happen. Bijou is about two now, so facing 10 more year of this is quite daunting.
I've thought about getting another higher energy rescue to see if they could engage each other and be better companions. My older larger male is kind of a grumpy old man who plays some but then snaps at her when he gets tired. I would appreciate any words of wisdom with this community familiar with the breed.
My amazing favorite doggy
Is there a dog for a small house we have a small yard and thats it to similar traits to this breed any suggestions??! Intelligent and a guardian dog for tropical conditions
1 of the best Ridgeback videos I've seen. Awesome. Thank you.
my first dog was Amira, the pinnacle you want for a Ridgeback. She took care of all my sisters and myself when times was hard. Even from puppy states. Not contradicting the video out of spite. But Ridgebacks beats the companionship of a dog breed like a Husky. If you need a babysitter and a companion for life. Let the Ridgeback take a step forward! Have a good day my friends nice video, left a like :)
As a long term owner of this breed I can honestly say this man knows what he is talking about. Absolutely spot on! Subscribed!!
I have 2 Rhodesians and they just play all day they go to puppy school and they all ways listen
I got one named Roadie he is cool Saturdays we are out in the park and the field and track for most of the day. He's smart but a good ball
how could u hate ridgebacks? I got a 7 year old ridge Female ridgeback and she is stunning and i love her so much with all of my heart❤ she is so precious,beautiful,calm,strong!❤
My family's Ridgeback was the best, my Dad picked him from a litter and I can say he was the perfect
dog for us. We did have 11 acres so he had plenty of room, he was friends with everybody around.
He never once bit anyone always did what he was told. I don't know about the the headstrong thing.
Actually the only time he bit anyone was when he'd nibble our ears as a puppy to wake us up.
He'd park his butt on the couch and watch TV with us, mum would tell him in the morning go get
the paper if he wanted Vegemite and toast and off he'd go. He used to go fishing and crabbing with us,
in fact if we went anywhere we took him too.
I'd recommend a Ridgeback to anyone with a bit of property, although I've had friends who had them in
suburbia.
But that's my experience with them, the day he died from cancer was one of the worst days of my life.
I understand your point of view, they were bread to hunt lions with.
Mine showed up at roughly 1 year old as a stray on my porch. I had never heard of them. I have had dogs my entire life but I had to 'learn' how to be a Ridgeback owner. It took time. Any type of negative or inconsistent training is worthless.
Best dog I ever had was a ridgeback. He was so smart and laid back. (Maybe I got an odd one because everyone says they’re high energy🤷🏻♀️)
Very good video. Thank you for the information. Keep this up great presentation.
Excellent video and the best advice for anyone thinking of getting a dog. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
We have a Ridgeback. She’s a rescue. She’s the most affectionate lovable girl. She’s a big mush.
point number 1 Is also pretty valid as well, i did watch the rest....