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About RRCUS Member Login Breeders List Education Club Store Club Magazine Regional Clubs Supported & Regional Show Instructions Health & Genetics Resources Code of Ethics Membership Application Foreign Membership Application RRCUS Mentors Board of Directors Committees The Ridgeback History Breed Standard Illustrated Standard Rescue Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue Ridgeback Rescue of U.S. Ridgebacks & Friends RR Rescue of Northern CA Conformation National Specialty Show Calendar Supported Show Info Regional Clubs Current Standings RRS Best in Show Reserve Best in Show Top Producers Register of Merit Owner Handler Info Performance Obedience Rally Lure Coursing Agility VC-VCX Latest News Legislative Resources Rhodesian Ridgeback Illustrations of the Breed Standard as Elaborated. Presented by the Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States. -- Our Ridgeback Magazine wins the 2015 Best Club Magazine -- Advertise in The Ridgeback magazine for only one page full color through 2020 -- FORMS mouse over to pause transition Arizona Rhodesian Ridgeback Club - 1/30/2020 RBIS MBISS GCHS SHADOWRIDGE A TOUCH OF CLASS Sire: CH Juba Lee Shadowridge SlipOut TheBack Jack Dam: CH RiverCity Primetime Poetry In Motion Breeders: Linda Hellinge & Kerry Williams Owners: Judith & James Chapman Presented by: Lauren Hay-Lavitt -- -- THE RHODESIAN RIDGEBACK is a dog of formidable power, dedication and courage. He claims an ancient heritage, yet is of relatively recent lineage in terms of standardization of the breed. Today's Ridgeback is descendent from a variety of breeds which were crossed by settlers of South Africa and Rhodesia with the native dogs of the Hottentot tribe. The ridge became his identifying mark. The Rhodesian Ridgeback survived in various forms through the years because of his superb hunting ability. In addition to trailing and tracking large animals, he was also used to hold his quarry at bay. He was the protector of game wardens, farm families and hunters throughout South Central Africa, where the breed developed into its present form. From its origin in Africa, the Ridgeback has lost none of its abilities as a hunter and guardian and he continues to be an excellent companion. The Ridgeback is a devoted family dog, totally loyal to his master. He is rather aloof and undemonstrative towards strangers. This is the Rhodesian Ridgeback, a dog of incorruptible, independent character, who takes his responsibilities of companionship, protection and family dedication to heart. He never forgets love and understanding, nor does he lightly forgive harsh treatment. He is a dog of noble bearing, whose physical attributes should reflect his role as guardian, companion and hunter. ATTENTION CONFORMATION JUDGES - RINGSIDE MENTORING We will be happy to arrange for ringside mentoring at National Specialties, Regional Specialties and Supported entries where a major is present. All applicants are asked to make arrangements with the Education chair at the time of show closing. Please contact Mary Lynn Elliot at vp2@rrcus.org or 720-289-2517 RRCUS 2021 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL 2022 SWEEPS BIOS SHOP NOW RRCUS STORE 2018 National Specialty Info -- 2015 SPECIALTY RESULTS -- 2019 New Titles © RRCUS, all rights reserved banner photo by Asta McCormick...