The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a strong, muscular dog, symmetrical in outline and capable of great endurance with speed. Named after the country of Rhodesia (Zimbabwe) , they were once called the Lion Dog because they would hunt lions and other big game. Rhodesian Ridgebacks were developed from crossing the local dog (the African Hottentot Hunting Dog) who had a distinctive ridge of hair growing in the reverse direction along their back to the Pointer, Mastiff, Greyhound and Bulldog.

• AKC Breed Standard
• Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States
• Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue