Are Rhodesian Ridgebacks Easy to Train?

[@robertmartin2874]

Probably the most important video you have posted. Thank you so much for educating and entertaining the velociraptor community.

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

Thanks! My hope is to give others as full a picture of the breed as possible, and frustrating behavioral issues are not a small part of that picture!

[@tashakline2182]

Those looked like ridgebacks just not specifically rhodesian. There are 3 types. R.ridgeback, Thai ridgeback, and phu quoc.

[@skullhinde1837]

My 18 month old Ridgeback Akela gets on with all dogs in the park. She's very gentle with little dogs. She is my special girl. Some owners are surprised when there dog doesn't play with other dogs but plays with mine. That's how social and sweet she is. She has a chihuahua friend. So cute watching her play

[@nathalieasselin2251]

I agree so much! Thank you for showing us this side too, makes us ridgeback owners feel like we are not alone with trying to work on these behaviours.

[@snappycattimesten]

Such a great video. Showing Z & P’s “failures” is truly helping RR owners with their occasional “failures” - it’s group therapy 😅. But seriously, you’re a great owner. Well done 👍🏻

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

Group therapy is the perfect description!

[@mandst5466]

I posted here 2 years ago saying we were considering getting a Ridgeback…… well we did. He is now 3 years old and called Dexter. Everything shown in this video we have experienced and it’s been wonderfully challenging. Sadly Dexter has developed bone cancer and will not make four years old which is going to break my heart in two. We will get another dog eventually and it WILL be a Ridgeback ❤ Thanks for the inspiration😊

[@ceciliabruck3570]

Next time ask the breeder for medical records from the grand parents and ask what DNA test have been done. Ask for Penn Hip tests. OFA misses a lot. If a dog is not excellent they will have issues.

[@mandst5466]

@@ceciliabruck3570 We are doing all of that now through the Southern RR Association registered breeder near us. Unfortunately there are still no guarantees but at least we can nudge the odds in our favour.

[@trusto1016]

Our 9 month old is pure hell on wheels! But we enjoy every bit of it. They are loyal but very stubborn.

[@joanbernardo9834]

Hello. Years ago I had a male “intact” ridgeback. Far and away, the most challenging, and smartest, dog I ever met. And the most beautiful. Cooper ran 7 1/2 miles just about every day with either me or my husband. It was the only way to tire him out. And boy did he love me. One early evening we went out for a run and a pack of four dogs came to greet us. Cooper circled and circled me, as these dogs do when hunting lion, and would not let those other dogs near me. Maybe they wanted to play, but Cooper was in protect mode. I loved that dog. Dominos Pizza delivery guy wasn’t so keen on him though. He’d ring the bell and then go stand by the curb and wait for me to come get the pizza. Cooper was just too big and barked too loud! It was hilarious. It’s been years but I still miss that dog. And btw, birthday balloons were vicious and had to be attacked. Go figure.

[@marbatz4456]

Totally agree. We have 2 females currently, but had a male a few years ago. It's like looking into a mirror when we watch your videos. You are such a patient owner. Ridgebacks are such rough players as you know and as you said, they are not for most people or understood by other dogs and/or their owners. Taking them to the dog park can be/is a challenge not only for the other dogs that are there, but their owners can be really challenging and not always forgiving. We keep trying; however finding the right time has been really difficult. Thanks for putting these videos together!

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

Appreciate the encouragement! All of us can use as much kindness and empathy as possible. It's great to have a community of supportive owners who well know the struggle

[@milan4ever]

Do you recommend female over male?

[@tinylittlegrim6614]

Thank you, I needed this this morning I was in tears all way home from our walk, Jake is 9 months old and everytime we go out if I allow him off the lead he runs off doesnt listen at all and get involved with everyone. He wants to play and say hello to everything that moves. It embarrasing and depressing and makes me not want to walk him off the lead ever, but he needs to run and let out that energy. I have tried everything, amazing treats, puppy classes, praise, playing with toys, taking a ball, I am about to try a whistle. He just doesnt come back at all. It's mega stressfull and makes me so cross and unwanted/ dreading our walks. He rareley goes off thelad now. Its good to know i am not the only who isnt perfect, thank you.

[@garydonaldson5573]

Why dont you go to a dog area that is fenced in when no one is there might mean getting up super early thou

[@Salatfuchs]

I can highly recommend not letting your dog off the leash yet but to use a 16 to 30 ft long leash with a harness (NEVER with a collar for safety reasons!!) to train your dog „off the leash“ without losing control or him running away. The leash must not be too heavy. We use a biothane leash.

[@kams1238]

I’ll say exactly what « Stef Anie » said. Over the past 3 months I have taught my father-in-law's dog to come back when I call him. He is a 5 year old Labrador. For that I used a 12 meter leash and a harness. You must not hold the leash, but let it slide on the ground behind the dog. When you feel that your dog is too far away, you call him, if he doesn't answer, you put your foot on the leash to stop him. Then you have to pull gently on the leash to encourage it to come towards you. Once towards you, you must congratulate him! (Toy , treat, stroke ...) I worked with the Labrador for 3 consecutive months doing this exercise twice a day. Now he responds really well when called ! For me this is the best method to use when the dog is no longer a "puppy" and no longer instinctively follows its owners. Try this technique ! Good luck !

[@martinwoods7531]

I had a Ridgeback when I was a teenager and watching your little failures has made me feel so much better about the struggles we had with ours. She was an amazing dog but we had some intense moments before we learned to read her body language.

[@robertjones7023]

Our Ridgeback Apollo is a breeze off leash with excellent recall and a good sense of matching up with other high energy pups. However, on leash he has redirected leash aggression when passing other dogs, aka tantrums from the frustration of not being able to greet or play as they would normally off leash. This is our reoccurring challenge. Great Video!

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

There's always something! Penny is similar to Apollo and can get very high energy on leash when seeing other dogs. I've had success bringing high value treats on all our walks to help redirect her. When I have the treats she's fantastic, when I don't, not so much! Always more to be done...

[@mlbaranowski]

Both of mine have been the same

[@hall2home]

"Encroaching on personal space" is a characteristic of Ridgeback behaviour I was not expecting but have come to love about them. I grew up having a ridgeback on every street here in Africa. I had a weekly encounter with one Ridgeback who'd bite my heels to get my shoe and make me late for class. With a Ridgeback of my own now I love how he comes to me and then leans all his wait into me so I have to stop and love him. I have coat envy with Penny in this video. I need me a pink front wrap coat. Thank for your channel.

[@Cynful27]

Look at Zero making himself bigger than other dogs, telling them “I’m the boss, you got something to say about it?” Great video. Glad you’re showing RR’s are not meant for everyone. The first time I saw my boy and his siblings play, I thought all hell was breaking loose. Lol

[@SamHowson]

My 3yr old neutered male still stands over other dogs, chest out. Really challenging. As soon as a little dog barks it ends with squealing. Most days he's perfect and gentle but as soon as a little fluffy white dog growls... drives me nuts! The only way I've managed to sort is, a tremendous amount of exercise and regular overdosing of other dogs - which isn't possible every day.

[@Anna-greyOwl]

Greatly appreciate you sharing this Will. Seeing everybody else’s highlight reel can leave a person feeling like they’re the only ones having a hard time. I have to say though l am relieved my Archer is not intact, he is such a calm boy, no ‘alpha’ behaviour whatsoever and l think it definitely helped him be more receptive to his training.

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

My dogs are perfectly behaved. On the internet. When I can edit clips. In real life, as always, it's a much messier endeavor!

[@Anna-greyOwl]

@@MarkingOurTerritory well all my hats off to you and Emily because l only just survived Archer’s teenage stage, and you have 2! And the fact that you guys are also parenting 2 little humans,well 👏👏🙌🏼

[@cookiegins3083]

I love watching your videos, I grew up with two ridgebacks and at 19 I got my own, I am 25 now and shes my whole world!!

[@MultiChillidog]

do not own a Ridgeback (but am thinking of owning one) but Love all of your videos anyways. It's dogs having fun what is there not to love. In fact if you substitute "Ridgeback" for my dogs names I would swear this video was about my 2 dogs. This vid regardless of what breed a person has, is great for encouraging all dog owners whenever they are struggling, not to give up, keep plugging away and relish in any and all successes. keep the vids coming they are great! especially this one

[@hall2home]

I hear you. Owning a dog is a relationship commitment. RR are full of love and loyalty but have no clue how powerful they are or how big their teeth and claws are. They are big and look slim and sporty but you will yell every time they stand on your foot. Their gentle is far from our gentle. They are a bowl you over with love breed.

[@MultiChillidog]

@@hall2home understand completely what you mean about "their gentle is far from gentle", as my 2 dogs are a Dobermann and American Staffordshire Terrier, both are very obedient, loving, eager to please and try their best to be "gentle", but as you say their gentle is not always gentle, but they try so hard to be "gentle"

[@laugenielsen7063]

Your channel was a huge part of us adding a ridgeback to our family - he is now a 5 month, 65lb puppy that like to play his “ wild jumping crazy running” ridgeback way with our two other older dogs - it was an adjustment alright ...lol 😂 - However, we could not be happier with his personality and how he responds to training. We still wonder how he will be fully grown so thanks for sharing - it’s interesting to see that even your great dogs on camera can have there days 😉

[@laleluilu]

Lauge Nielsen same! I was reassured to get a RR after finding his old channel when it was just him and Eco. I’ve learned so much from the videos. My Ridgeback is now 3 years old and he still my dream dog. He is such a good boy and recalls more often than not 😉 although his playing style often gets ignored by other dogs which leaves him disappointed 😂 Enjoy your time with your RR puppy! While mine becomes an adult now seems like, I miss the “smaller” puppy days with him.

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

So glad to hear we could play a part in your own adventure! You've got the teenage months still ahead, so buckle up and stay consistent. They all have "those days!"

[@ORION2180]

Love this. On our walks, my RR will get aggressive and start jumping very high when he sees other dogs approach. In calmer greetings, he will smell the other dog and assert himself by standing tall and upright, then lean his head over the other dog's head, if he is in a mischievous mood, he will thrust his head and body against the other dog, to antagonize it. Oddly, i have never seen my RR mount another dog to display dominance. However, my lab will mount my RR, and the lab is the only dog my RR will allow to dominate him, but not without some frenzied chasing to go with it.

[@leahryanfitch5693]

Our family adopted a 2 year old female Ridgeback about a year ago. She is a beautiful intelligent friendly sometimes stubborn dog. We have learned much over the past year. Thank God we have a lot of land!

[@MrSmoothasf]

I'm glad you showed this, mine was just like this, any dog that wanted to be the alpha he had to get into that silly standoff. A found breaking his fixation worked and the thing that worked best was a dog whistle. After a while a short sharp normal whistle worked. They are literally obsessed with showing they are in charge.

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

I've actually never thought to try a dog whistle, but I've considered developing an "emergency" recall whistle I only use with high value treats in situations like this. May have to get to work on that!

[@TheNewyawker82]

Really appreciate your channel. I have a 3 month old ridgeback and have never loved an animal as much as him. Needing all the knowledge available on living alongside this beautiful breed.

[@CharlieWebster90501]

You have taken the words right out of my mouth, sir! Outstanding video, and these dogs are a classic! Mine is now 2 1/2 years old going on 40, and I wouldn't trade him for anything. Thanks so much for all the laughs!

[@johnstevens8253]

I'm going to answer before watching the video. NO :) but that's a part of them that makes them so loveable :) I love your videos.

[@hector3269]

It depends. They're extreamly clever, but that's a double edged sword sometimes. I have to trick my 6 months old rhodie to think that what I want her to do it's what she wants. Needless to say that she outsmarts me all the time.

[@MrC9Oh3]

I have a pit ridgeback mix that is so sweet to my wife and I but as soon as we hook up her leash she goes nuts! She is such a handful at times but we love every bit of it.

[@Anonymous-u5j]

Love the narration and camera work. My dog is intact male (very dominant to other dominant males). And i totally agree with daily training. It's always work in progress.

[@hummeldumm6072]

😂👍👍👍 I'm sure you're life will never be boring and the kids are yet to become a part of it!

[@skullhinde1837]

My Ridgeback Akela is my second rhodesian Ridgeback. I've had dogs all my life . But when I got my first Ridgeback Nayla I thought I'd bid off more than I could chew. I got a shock. She taught me a lot. But all worked out well. She and my daughter grew up together they were the same age.

[@Janeway1269]

Great commentary from an honest owner. I've run into many people who claim RRs are some of the biggest problems at dog parks, and the starters of fights. That includes pit bull owners. Hard to know if you aren't a witness and even then, you have to really understand body language to tell; something a lot of dog owners are clueless about. Clearly you aren't clueless. At least you seem to be able to take them there. My kelpie is not a candidate because he doesn't like other dogs and if P & Z were to bound up, he'd be the first to snap and pounce and give them the shake down. That said, a lot of trainers hate dog parks for all the potential trouble, and how hard it is to have an iron recall on a dog despite all the distractions. It's usually a question of leaving and starting from scratch in a quiet place, then offering one distraction at a time, from a greater distance, then a smaller distance etc. I'm sure you know the drill. You've been to trainers. But hey, ya gotta get that energy out somewhere. I wish Jones Beach by us would designate a portion as a dog beach. Goodness knows they have the space.

[@fatboyis1]

I find your video's and book so helpful , especially to this new RR owner. Thank you so much

[@thewrytstf]

❤️Oh yeah. My boy is 13-1/2, can barely hear, and has some doggie dementia, but still goes all alpha when we pass other dogs. In terms of triggers, one thing has always been true of him: If he's tired or a little sore, he doesn't want to be touched -- not by humans, not by dogs. Such a grump. Toughest dog ever, in terms of my vigilance outside the home (hell, inside too), but he's also engendered the deepest love.

[@VictorMFChan]

music on point as usual!

[@happyherpDerps7395]

OMG!!! You have solved a long mystery for me. I have a Ridgeback x Bullmastiff. He NEVER gets along with male spitz breads.

[@v12dot]

My gf had 2 brothers Odin and Zak ….both sadly passed away this year ….she loves them so much x

[@fernandobernycorrea9389]

Hello, I own a 10 months old ridgeback, very nice dog, good friend and amazing pet. I was wondering if you neutered zero to be more calm? Thanks! Greetings from Mexico!

[@FrankschraderUs]

You are so right... Rhodesian Ridgebacks aren't the right dog for most people. A Ridgeback needs someone who is ready to commit lots of time for them, go running and enjoy looong walks. Mine is a rescue Ridgeback and he is wonderful. Please consider to rescue instead of getting a puppy. TIRR rescue in Texas (just search for it on the Internet) is a very experienced rescue organization and Texas unfortunately has lots of Ridgebacks in shelters because people found they aren't ready for a Ridgeback. Give them a chance if you play with the idea of getting a Ridgeback. Check out TIRR !!!

[@hall2home]

I rescued my RR at 11month from a shelter. They are one of the most common dogs here in Africa. The love this dog has for me is overwhelming and so welcome. I have to be a stay at home mom for him.

[@khaijohannes5308]

4:10 "sexually mature" *dramatic look at camera* "Hello ladies"

[@marybrown258]

I LOVE your videos! (4 and counting Rhodesian Ridgeback mother).

[@flatbushzombiejuice]

i had serious trouble with my large ridgback male from about 9 months of age to 2,5 years. But i learned to read his body language better and better and got him neutered aswell & we are able to stay out of trouble 99% of the time. He´s still a large and fairly dominant male, but he learned a lot aswell and got much more reliable. Also, i experienced that a lot of dogs misjudge the ridge as put up hair and are extra suspicious when meeting my dog, have you been able to observe similar encounters?

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

Ridgebacks can themselves be a "trigger" dog for other pups. Whether it's their posture or their ridge or something else, I can't say for certain.

[@stacyfalcone692]

Your videos are awesome. They have the power to lift my mood, whatever it may be, instantly. :)

[@evanmiller2472]

My first ever Dog was a Rhodesian Ridgeback when i was 7 and he was great ^^ He was definitely a rough tumbler type but then all Dogs are and honestly you wouldn't think he came from a bloodline of Lion hunters because he was somewhat gentle to an extent with me despite being rough mind you he was a Puppy but still he seemed best behaved when out on walks at the beach etc. Ill always remember him and i have a soft spot of Ridgebacks now

[@ronconnor5596]

Our latest rescue is a ridgeback/plot hound mix altered male named Duke. Your videos nail his behavior and methods needed to get through to him. We still can't do off leash though. His prey drive is ridiculous.

[@jackburton9653]

Our boy’s nick name was “Damn You!” for the first 2 years. A run in the park a few times a week and plenty of attention at home and this will be the most low-maintenance dog you’ll ever own. Once he hit 2 years old he just followed the kids from room to room and laid down wherever they were playing. Do NOT pretend wrestle with kids in front of these dogs! They won’t bite but they will slam into you and pin you in a corner. 😬 Best dog we’ve ever owned!

[@zeni.naturally]

Love the basenji showing up at the park!! :)

[@theproofistrivial7677]

I have a ~1 yo male vizsla and his play style is crazy. Too crazy for even younger vizslas than him, and certainly for most older dogs. He’s always gotten along with ridgebacks and some days I think about getting one to keep him company.

[@ginalopes6083]

I love the ending! Also so grateful my two have each other and another pack of ridgies to play with. They are def not a every person and dogs cup of tea 😂😂😂

[@jimhunt4874]

Growing up we had Ridgebacks. They are wonderful dogs but our male was very challenging. At 105 lbs he was very dominant and always getting into scrapes with other dogs, even jumping over the fence to spend 2 hours fighting 5 German Shepherds next door. Amazingly he survived the experience and gave a good account of himself, but never did it again. They are fantastic protectors though, and saved my Mum from an intruder, standing between him and her and driving him out of the house, so we were always grateful to him. Dominant behaviour though is a problem with many large intact males. More recently had a large Labrador who was generally passive, but would react assertively with any dog approaching his own size, and would go crazy for some reason with Burmese type Mountain dogs. He would then get picked on himself by smaller dogs who felt threatened by him. It is a difficult issue, and there will probably always be incidents with large unneutered male dogs.

[@allthewayhomeinc1483]

I’m on my 7th and 8th RRidgie and I’ve been able to teach them all to beg, sleep under the covers and cling like wool socks.

[@Oldwoman1977]

I’ve had Ridgies all my life, from the day I was born 63 yrs ago and I adore them. Your videos are beautiful and I thank you for them. I’ve always had bitches, but 2 and a half yrs ago we got a male so our gorgeous girl Zuri would have a playmate. When he was 6 moths and she was 3, we had her spayed as she was having awful phantom pregnancies. She was so healthy and gentle but died on the operating table . Since then our boy Kamau has been a real challenge, hopefully I’ll get there.

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

That is such a devastating loss. I hope you and Kamau can lean on each other for support during this time

[@ifv2089]

Shame Ridgebacks are amazing, sorry for your loss

[@denalight7286]

NO they are not! They are AMAXING dogs after year 2, but the first 2 years are worse than having a toddler. They are very demanding, very strong, and very strong willed! They are not people pleasers like a lab. That being said they are my favorite breed of dog bc they turn into couch potatoes after 2 years and become the most amazing dogs ever.

[@suadal_naqash5276]

Hi,thanks for your very beautiful and informative videos,I just want to know about their sniffing abilities compared to other breeds.

[@disguy4729]

Great video brother, well put

[@benhardwick1970]

Was very close to getting a ridgeback but due to the fact we had low fences in a large garden I went with a Cane Corso. But one day I would love a ridgeback but not sure about having 2 difficult breeds!

[@mandst5466]

Great presentation, we are strongly considering a RR when our lovely old dog Len passes on. Dam I wish dogs lived for 30 years not the usual 15 !

[@petrakonig5591]

I’d like your Videos so much! 😊

[@kaopointmanneil5862]

We got lucky with our current RR. He's a dream boy, we even sucsesfully bite trained him. (an amazing thing if you have an exceptional mouthy RR) although be prepared with RR bite training to abandon early if thebitetraining doesn't take easily! Our last RR girl was a little terror....... 😇😍

[@hall2home]

I have noted that female RR are more energetic in general than the males.

[@kaopointmanneil5862]

@@hall2home lol yeah we have another little 12week old RR girl and yeah she's a nutta! Still well behaved tho which is the main thing......Our boy RR puppy is very grown up!

[@mariehoward1792]

My now 7 year old mix Rhodesian \ sharpei is now a big ol lazy girl. When she was a puppy her energy was nuts. Up and down, just Wreaking havoc in our home lol. Now she is a big ol couch potatoe! She still gets crazy little spurts of energy, but for the most part she has settled down Tremendously

[@TheSAexpat]

Thank you so much for this film. We are researching these beautiful dogs and this film is part of that mosaic. If I may, how would they fit into a household that has other breeds too? Presumably it's a question of socialisation as a puppy. Excellent film. thanks

[@Blair.G1]

i used to let my pup go to doggy daycare but stopped for awhile when i saw how rough his play was getting. Some time later i decide to let him go back and he comes home with bite marks and a open wound. I wasnt even mad because i knew i was taking a chance. Maybe ill get him into agility and lure chasing

[@S1ephenOne]

I have a 7 year old RR and I’m getting a RR puppy will they act viscous or be more kind?

[@ralphlillich8310]

Missy is just like Penny. She has her Missy Moments when here energy level is atomic! She also loves to stalk our puppy Dixie and their play antics are something to watch for sure! Patience! They do try mine at times

[@susanjohnson7679]

So entertaining and enjoyable!

[@ellesorrow]

This is such an important and nice video! We have been enjoying your blog since our own Ridgeback joint us years ago. This weekend he will become a big brother to our second ridgeback and we cannot be more thrilled. I wanted to ask you as well what nail grinder do you use? We tried a few ones but they are not powerful enough and just frustrate me and Sherlock haha thanks!

[@jennyblackmon9654]

This is a full time job!🥴. I love your videos

[@wamboschannel]

Hey pal, do you have and idea how much weight both of them had at the time that vid was made? Just curious, our Ridgi Zoe is 4 month right now and has 21 kg.

[@alexisb.henley3167]

Thanks so much for sharing the struggles! we sometimes feel lost haha

[@lovejoypeace5972]

Great video! How old are Penny & Zero now? My Black Mouth Cur mix is almost 3. She has calmed down a lot, but she is still crazy. :)

[@heavilymeditated2263]

As a dog trainer of over 18 years I've tackled advanced & the worst behavioral issues you can think of (& I'm sure there's more) as a RR owner of a true alpha male like yours (which are actually rare, the term alpha gets thrown way way too loosely nowadays) a good tip to control Zero's behavior is to find work for him to do. If you analyze what gets him in trouble, it is his nose. Use his nose for "nose/scent work" i bet that if u get him into search & rescue or even teach him an advanced "find it" game you can redirect to his behavior & watch Zero ignore other dogs & environment during work mode. Also teaching him a strong "leave it" command helps too. Zero needs to be challenged mentally or else he WILL decide whatever course of action good or bad. Just my 2 cents 👍 wish you the best

[@Janeway1269]

Jobs are great but ultimately it will depend on what Zero values more; the action at the park vs the nosework game. Perhaps training by the park with the use of the Premack principle would work?

[@Valugar]

Thank you for this channel! I am about to have my first puppy which is of course a small Ridgeback. your channel help so much in understanding the dogs and what it takes from an owner of one to be. Thank you!

[@duckhunter8203]

How’s the puppy going Ben? You enjoying it? What did you get a dog or a bitch and why?

[@andersholmstrom3571]

I have only had one and he was not an alpha dog. More of a wimp but he still looked like a real tough guy so he would surely prevent any possible attack from a would be bad guy. Even if he was a wimp he was still verry stubborn. Especially in he's first year. Once mature and properly trained he was a real pleassure to have around. And of course he was an absolute sweet hart. He was no problem to handle off leash. Also with other dogs around. To my delight he had abolutely no interest in wild animals so I could always have him off leash in the woods. In town I keeot him on the leash. Not because there was any problem to handle him there but because many people are nervous around a dog like the ridgeback. You mentioned play style as beeing rough for ridgebacks. My first dog was a Golden Retriver. A lovely boy. But growing up he's vbest mates were 2 New foundlands and 1 St Bernardh. He was of course constantrly run over. As a consequence he considered that normal and played a lot rougher with other dogs than did my Ridgeback.

[@charlotteking8123]

It's important to be aware of the moments when we project our own issues onto dogs. Especially males and dominance. If dogs aren't able to recall in dangerous situations, then they should be leashed.

[@rolandtiu9934]

What is the title of the background music?

[@NerissaBrannan]

I have a 10 month old male RR, is it normal for a RR to actually lift his leg and pee on another dog? he only did it once at the doggy park to a Dobermann cross who was being a slightly aggressive towards my dog??

[@cupsolo5908]

Intact? Can anyone explain I personally thought it meant not being fixed ..?

[@insydneytls]

i live this every day... and love it :) just wish we could extend their lives... mine's 9 now

[@ajatkotwal]

How much is their average life span based on your anecdotal or actual experience?

[@MrTidjon]

I had a "Penny" lol named Taïga. Mother of 23 in her lifetime and her companion, Kyff (father of those 23). Then we kept a male puppy, Greg... and NO ONE messed with them. Taïga was alpha all the way into the bones, Kyff was my calmness and Greg a goof ball. I miss the long walks with them in the back country near my old house. Hopefully, I'll get another Rodhesian Ridgeback (or 2 🙂) when my kids all leave the nest. Cheers from Portugal

[@SimplicityForGood]

do they crop ears in South Africa?

[@ginalopes6083]

What is it with Spitz breeds and ridgies? My ridgies are not great with GSD or Swiss Shepards at all and I know quite a few ridgies who are the same. I feel like they run on different frequencies.

[@Janeway1269]

And GSDs and Spitz breeds also run on different frequencies. GSDs aren't spitz. A lot of dogs don't care for Spitz/Northern climate dogs. They are said to be a more primordial group; older. More...true DOG. Hard to explain I guess. I just know there's a pair of Huskies by my park owned by an older Asian gentleman who could not care less if they run five miles ahead of him and stand tall over other dogs, challenging them and sizing them up. I dread seeing those two coming.

[@goaliemojo4310]

Very interested to know how long you are going to keep Zero intact? I have just started to have issues with my most lovable intact 14 month old male Ridge at local parks where there are a ton of off-leash dogs. From day one, there have been occasional issues with dominance (99% of other dogs against mine), but the newest negative development is the entitled hypocritical (live in LA) dog owners who are acting like gestapo out of fear of my gentle giant. But in truth, my guy plays extremely well and cautiously with the tiniest dog. So my big quandary is how to consider the future - since I don't have a second dog for play like you do, I need to get mine socialization/packtime, and yet obviously tiring of the newly found clicks of reactionary turkeys, and know the next stages of my dogs more intense hormonal interactions (attempted intercourse) are just ahead. How long do you suggest I should suffer the possible jail time or grandfatherhood...?

[@RTTVMARLONSHILLINGFORD]

I am a Ridgeback owner my self! Where are you located?

[@WholeOrganicMilk]

Are there benefits to have an intact male other than breeding?

[@pattyquin300]

I really love that video !!! It’s exactly what we live every day 😂🤣 Amazing and adorable big dogs ❤️ We try a little sport with her, french = Canicross and dog scooter🙂she’s really powerful and I fell a lot 🙃 Thanks for sharing your adventures 🙂 (Sorry for my english ... 😁)

[@ericjohnson4792]

The two fools who didn’t like two words : PLEASE LEAVE! For anyone not to enjoy this is really troubling. GREAT JOB

[@robn8433]

Brilliant thanks, I love my ridgeback but sometimes phew! 😁

[@sam12587]

I have a mostly gsd mix who has annoyed every dog Ive fostered with exuberant energy and overly clingy affection. I took in a mutt puppy a few years ago and she has matched him. She wears him out with some of the roughest play I've ever seen dragging him across my yard to the point of breaking collars and she is an avid hunter like nothing I've seen. I just found out she is one of these ~ to a t. At least I had my gsd to help train her, i didn't really find her to be a challenge except on dog toys & destroying dog beds so he must have helped when I was busy.

[@VK-qo1gm]

Just curious, why haven't you desexed your dog's? We have a Ridgeback, she is absolutely beautiful, intelligent, stubborn to boot, & at the same time unusually obedient, we love her to bits, no other breed comes even close in our eyes. Love your videos, Cheers from Australia

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

Thanks! You can read more about my thinking on the subject here - markingourterritory.com/when-should-you-spay-or-neuter-a-rhodesian-ridgeback/

[@ladyhock1954]

Thank you.❤

[@jennyblackmon9654]

How tall is Zero? Is he fully grown?

[@rhondaholt76]

Do you have a link to the coats Z&P are wearing? SHALOM

[@MrWxerby]

We have the same coats I think. Work great for RRs. chillydogs.ca/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAgebwBRDnARIsAE3eZjTGhKgaJ757UARYWDG3gRmtT5ZM6XLW1X9XCY-a8LmJhF2wkyOAbqEaAi4BEALw_wcB

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

Tom's got you covered! Our Great White North coats have served us fantastically. Highly recommend the investment

[@rhondaholt76]

@@MarkingOurTerritory Thank you for the quick response. Fur babies are worth the investment.

[@Mr408joey]

Thanks for all the great info! I was wondering where you got those leather dog collars or what brand are they?

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

Hey, sorry for the late reply! These are from Sexy Beast Dog Collars and are the simple o-ring model. Highly recommend.

[@logandgarden1942]

My 4 year old intact Male drives me crazy in waves. This time of year the coyotes must be coming through the yard at night and drives him crazy that drive me crazy because he won't recall. I wish my rr you play with my children like your does.

[@DIRTBIKEBOY8000]

Hello, I have been checking out your videos for quite some time. I'm about 2 get to female Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies that are also siblings. Just any information that you have on raising two sibling female puppies will be greatly appreciated. And also I'm not exactly sure from you and your videos but have you raised two females together? I also plan on keeping my females intact for at least 18 months

[@MarkingOurTerritory]

I strongly advise you research and prepare for a phenomenon called "Littermate Syndrome." It's an important challenge to understand ahead of time when bringing home two dogs from the same litter. You'll want to recognize the signs ahead of time and work to eliminate any issues before they happen.

[@lotsoflove5378]

i have a ridgeback with no ridge i dont think he is full blood since he came from a shelter

[@henrysmith4409]

How.the hell did RR get along 200 years ago when natives left them outside to guard the home and then released them for hunting. RR must have changed alot over time. Mine is on me like flies on you know what.

[@HDvids101]

Intact male doesn't make a difference in my experience

[@1967bigjohnny]

List of being the BOSS the RR then everyone else !

[@MrNiceGuysFocus]

My Ridgeback cross (Tonka) is just like Penny! 😍 He's challenging. He's horrible on recall though. He's his own dog forsure. Tonkas personally is like zero when it comes to dog on dog interaction

[@justinfranks8222]

Ridgeback puppies are EXTREMELY energetic. The problem is that they are TOO smart and are quickly finding ways to get around what you want and do what they want instead, it is misinterpreted as stubborn. To train *most* Ridgebacks you need to break them in with very intense and frequent reinforcement techniques and THEN you can begin to train them. Break them, then train them. Example, tie a 6ft leash to your belt and force them to be at your side for 1-2 weeks while constantly correcting them using carrot and stick. They will go to the bathroom with you, cook with you, drive with you, sleep with you, etc. They get out of line at all and you correct them, not too hard but firm. They will break in just a couple days. The remaining 1-2 weeks being tied to your waist is to make sure they are thoroughly broken. After that they will be ready to train.

[@TheBellero]

Nice Video ...Greetings from Germany

[@Alan_Mac]

I inherited an intact Ridgeback male and he was gorgeous but a bit of a weapon. I'd not recommend them for new dog owners. They can be a real handful.