Having owned several different breeds over the years, from a cute Cocker Spaniel to
a commanding Rhodesian Ridgeback, he has gained abundant knowledge through reading and experience.
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.
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.