ideal living environment
Ideal living environment
The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a dog that needs space. Also, a house with an enclosed garden (to avoid running away!) Is a prerequisite for the equilibrium of this caretaker who needs to exert himself daily.
He supports loneliness (if he has been trained in this sense), but be careful not to exclude him from family life because the sole role of guardian does not suit him.
Left alone for too long, it can become unmanageable.
Finally, he needs physically active masters because he has a great need to exert himself.
Words of masters
What are the ideal conditions for hosting a Rhodesian?
Benjamin | Paco
Avoid the maximum potential for nonsense in your home, preferably have a large lot and time to devote to it, it will be a real companion who will follow you like your shadow.
Cate | Oorah
The Rhodesian has need space to spend, to run everyday, to play. A country house is ideal. I see it very badly in an apartment.
Emmanuelle | Okoka
Already, you have to be comfortable with large athletic animals. he can be very "physical".
Welcoming them as a family is still possible, we have a 10-year-old son and they love each other, ... but it is imperative to involve children in education and put certain firm rules in place for children.
A garden is certainly essential but is far from sufficient. It takes a lot of time because the Rhodesian Ridgeback needs to spend, to sniff, ... It needs to go out, ideally released (forest, hill, ...) at least 2 times 1 hour per day.
Time is essential.
A family of athletes is compatible: Ookipa loves to accompany us in cani cross, and soon in cani mountain biking.
It also requires a lot of investment in educational courses from an early age, that he is socialized to the maximum with other dogs and in any situation ... otherwise it is a dog that can quickly be fearful, therefore.
We spent almost 12 months in education every week.
The budget is also quite considerable because it is a large dog: quality food in quantity, large toys, large basket, adapted harness, treats, vet ...
And above all, the most important thing is to really have a positive approach to your education. It's a very sensitive dog who lives very badly the dictatorial authority. Sometimes he will do as he pleases, but very often, at the wink of your hand, he will sit down. And for that, it's a long time to invest in good communication.
Agnes | Oldy
Have ground because he likes to run,
To have an iron fist in a velvet glove
to give him a good education.
France | Aset
Have a big garden, be there! You don't leave a Rhodesian alone.
Mine see another Rhodesian 4 times a week.
It is also important to
be surrounded by people who can take over in case of prolonged absence
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Ideally, you need a house and a large garden.