Sentences with phrase «as rhodesian»

This dog, which had a distinctive ridge of fur along its spine, was selectively bred with dogs from the European continent to develop a new breed now known as the Rhodesian Ridgeback.

In 1922, some 20 to 30 Rhodesians met in Bulawayo to formulate a standard for their breed and to establish a club to be known as The Rhodesian Ridgeback (Lion Dog) Club.

[20] In 1954 the first Challenge Certificates were awarded to dogs shown as Rhodesian Ridgebacks at United Kingdom competitions, toward their subsequent recognition by The Kennel Club of Great Britain, [20] and in 1955 the American Kennel Club recognised the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed [21] as a member of the hound group.

Such an experiment would include cross breeding in dogs such as the Rhodesian Ridgeback, Australian Cattle Dog, Kelpie, etc..

The first line of what we now know as Rhodesian Ridgebacks can be traced back to the Boer hunting dogs.

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This is not, however, anything to do with tomorrow's vote on tuition fees, but the dilemma faced by Willie Whitelaw as Conservative Chief Whip during the furore over whether or not back Harold Wilson's Rhodesian oil sanctions in December 1965.

Black rule was inevitable, and Carrington brokered a peaceful solution at the Lancaster House conference in December 1979, attended by Rhodesian Prime Minister Ian Smith, as well as the key black leaders: Abel Muzorewa, Robert Mugabe, Joshua Nkomo and Josiah Tongogara.

Fossils such as Petralona, Steinheim, Swanscombe, Saldanha, Rhodesian Man and Arago are excellent candidates for this transition.

Peter Andrews discusses the Middle Pleistocene specimens from Java and China, and earlier Pleistocene forms ER 3733 and 3883 from Africa, and the later European and African forms such as Arago, Heidelberg and Broken Hill (Rhodesian Man).79 He claims the African specimens may represent different species or a separate lineage from Asian forms giving rise to separate populations of H. sapiens in the later Pleistocene - that is, Solo Man from Java may be directly ancestral to the controversial Kow Swamp and Cossack erectus / sapiens populations in Australia about 6,000 - 13,000 years ago.

Whitaker will win the Oscar, although there are strong contenders, including Will Smith in an affecting role as a homeless dad determined to raise his son in «The Pursuit of Happyness»; Ryan Gosling as a crack - smoking but well - meaning junior high school teacher in «Half Nelson,» and Leonardo DiCaprio as a mercenary Rhodesian diamond smuggler in «Blood Diamond.»

Interestingly, this was one of the very first artworks released for the game, and as you can see the dog is still a Rhodesian ridgeback.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks, often known as African Bull Dogs, Ridgebacks, African Lion Hounds, Rhodesian Lion Dogs, and African Lion Dogs, are very unique and easy to recognize because of the distinct ridge of hair growing forward on the top of the breeds» back.

They also analysed the genetics of dogs thought to originate in Africa, e.g. the Rhodesian Ridgeback, the Salute and the Pharaoh Hound and compared all the results with non African dogs such as Puerto Rican street dogs and non-pedigree dogs in the US.

The ridge of fur down their back goes in the opposite direction of their coat as is also seen in the Rhodesian Ridgeback.

As with all deep - chested breeds, Rhodesian Ridgebacks are at higher - than - normal risk for the emergency gastrointestinal syndrome called bloat.

Michael Armalavage, 44, was arrested after he accidentally slashed another dog owner while trying to protect himself and his Australian shepherd from an attack by another dog, described as a pit bull - Rhodesian ridgeback mix.

As we became more and more involved with the breed, I began to make the sighthound martingale style collars and martingale leads for Whippets, Greyhounds, Afghans, Salukis, Italian Greyhounds and more recently for Rhodesian Ridgebacks.

Because of this, the two most important rules for a trainer or handler of a Rhodesian Ridgeback to remember are: to stay consistent in rules and boundaries, and operate as the authority figure.

Set apart for their unusual coats and remarkable courage, Rhodesian Ridgebacks have long been considered trusted hunting companions as well as a necessary family members to many dog owners worldwide.

Even though the Rhodesian Ridgeback is large and intimidating, the leader must never fail to act as the authoritative figure.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks, though not legally excluded from any countries, are nationally ranked as a «dangerous dogs» in both Ireland and Ukraine.

Unlike obedience and command - driven «working dogs» such as German Shepherds and Labradors, Rhodesian Ridgebacks are less «eager to please» and are more curious to see how consistent you will be.

However these are not as widely recognizable as the as the African - bred Rhodesian Ridgeback.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are referred as «lion hunters» without the person really understanding the name.

As a hound, the Rhodesian Ridgeback is an independent thinker, which can often turn into the RIdgey trying to make his own decision.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks need a great amount of exercise as they have tremendous stamina.

Examples: Afghan, Borzoi, Greyhound, Saluki; Rhodesian Ridgeback My Favorites: Greyhounds; Italian Greyhounds Hunters by sight «triggered to chase and bite moving objects and animals Need same amount of exercise as any other working breed Not bred to obey commands; they are game chasers Can easily jump fences if you aren't watching; very athletic and muscular Usually not dog fighters, but will chase and kill some small animals; Rhodesian Ridgebacks are more pack oriented, more likely to be territorial, and can do higher levels of obedience than typical sighthounds; can be quite protective of the owner and property; not for novices Tough on the outside, soft on the inside.

You can give your Rhodesian Ridgeback supplements such as like Omega3 fish oils for a shiny coat.

The Rhodesian ridgeback can be traced back as early as the 1500s when European immigrants brought several dog breeds to South Africa.

The American Kennel Club says this about the breed: «A large and muscular dog, the Rhodesian Ridgeback was not only developed as hunter but also as a family protector.

Other breeds, such as boxers, flat - and curly - coated retrievers, border collies, huskies, doberman pinchers, Rhodesian ridgebacks, Australian shepherds, German short - haired pointers, dalmatians, and even standard poodles, are occasionally used by some programs.

Rhodesian ridgebacks must be properly trained and managed, as they are not naturally obedient.

Known as the African Lion Hound, the Rhodesian Ridgeback is a majestic - looking dog with a line of hair running the opposite direction down its back, which is where the «ridgeback» part of the name...

Rhodesian Ridgebacks or African lion dogs as they are sometimes known are renowned for the ridge of hair which runs down their spine.

Obviously, any dog with «hound» or «hund» as part of his name is included, but the group also contains the Saluki, the Borzoi, and the Rhodesian Ridgeback.

Rhodesian ridgeback is a muscular, intelligent, loyal and independent dog that originally bred as a hunting dog in Africa.

Described as lean, muscular and ugly, the brown Rhodesian Ridgeback sounds like a member of the Dog Mafia.

It is much less common in a few other large or medium - size breeds and large breed crosses such as German Shepherd Dog, Irish Setter, Collie cross, Rough Collie, Rhodesian Ridgeback, and Labrador cross.

The Rhodesian Ridgeback remained classified as a gundog for over 20 years thence.

For example, the British Kennel Club and the Canadian Kennel club both categorise the Rhodesian Ridgeback as a hound, without any further specification.

Some of the most popular of these hunting dogs are the Basenji and the Rhodesian Ridgeback, as well as the Ibizan Hound and the Pharaoh Hound.

Within this context, the Rhodesian Ridgeback — which was clearly expected to hold the lion at bay for the hunter, not to attempt to dispatch the lion unassisted by the gun — placement in the union's gundog group becomes the logical choice within that system as it existed at that time.

However, the important distinction in this theory is not that the FCI classification of «scenthound» is accurate, but rather, that placing the Dalmatian and the Rhodesian Ridgeback (the only breeds currently in FCI group 6.3), breeds that historically have served as versatile hunting / wagon dogs, should indeed be classified as two examples of the same type of dog, but further asserts that such dogs» classification makes more sense as a discrete group.

As JME is a potentially fatal condition, it is highly recommended all Rhodesian Ridgebacks to be used in a breeding program are tested.

Nina Lindqvist (A Rhodesian Ridgeback breeder and Chairman of the Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of Finland) has been working hard alongside Prof. Fischer and Prof. Lohi as the JME co-ordinator getting information to a Facebook page (Myoclonic Epilepsy in Rhodesian Ridgebacks) and being on hand to answer any questions.

These characteristics as well as their keen sense of smell and capability to work livestock permitted the Rhodesian Ridgeback to be utilized as farm dogs.

The Labrador retriever originated in 19th century Newfoundland where he was used by fishermen to haul nets, ropes and pull in fish while images of the Rhodesian Ridgeback date back to the 18th century when the dog was first developed in what is now Zimbabwe and known as the African lion hound because of his ability to keep a lion at bay while awaiting his master's arrival.

The parent breeds include Labrador retrievers who have a thick double coat and are known to be heavy seasonal shedders as well as the minimally shedding Rhodesian Ridgeback that has a thin, short coat.

Also known as a Labradesian, the Rhodesian Labrador does not qualify to be recognized by the AKC however he is a member of the Dog Registry of America, Inc. (DRA).

Thus, Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue was started as a stand - alone breed rescue in 1990.