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HOW MUCH EXERCISE DOES A RIDGEBACK REQUIRE?
Ridgebacks are an amazing breed with endless energy until they don't. If you give them enough exercise a day (minimum 30 - 60 minutes) they become nap masters. However, without enough exercise, they can be destructive and needy. Get out and play!
DO RIDGEBACKS BARK?
Not really. We've never had one that barks at visitors or for attention. Ours will bark at cats occasionally, but we find they are generally pretty quiet for a large breed.
ARE RHODESIAN RIDGEBACKS SOCIAL?
In our experience, Ridgebacks are social though they tend to have that one person they are most attached to. They need to be extensively socialized with other dogs for their own happiness and well being.
DO RHODESIAN RIDGEBACKS SHED?
Yes. However, because their hair is relatively short you won't notice it like you would with a long haired breed. We run our Roomba (a must for a dog owner) daily and that keeps things pretty clean.