Online Dog Adoption Application

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Guess what day we rescued Valentine? Yup, that's right, Valentine's Day! This beautiful dog was living in a homeless camp. We first learned about her a couple of months ago when her caretaker contacted us asking that we find homes for Valentine's litter of puppies. They were so cute and we were happy to do so. But we couldn't get their momma off of our mind. Michelle finally went back and spoke to the gentleman and convinced him to allow us to find Valentine a loving home. He truly did care for his dog, and in fact, cared enough to want a better life for her.
So here is Valentine, hoping for her miracle! Isn't she absolutely beautiful? I love her eyes. It looks like she got hold of the eyeliner and applied it masterfully!!! What a doll!

04/17 Volunteer Update:  Great with dogs! Also a great little medium size dog and walks well on the leash plus she's easy to control bc of her size. She does have a funny little bark when you walk by her cage.

According to www.dogbreedinfo.com, the Rhodesian Ridgeback, originally from Zimbabwe, resulted from crosses between ridgebacked dogs originally kept by native tribes in South Africa and other breeds, such as the Khoikhoi dog, Mastiff, Deerhound and some breeds that are not known. It was the native Khoikhoi dog that gave the Ridgeback his distinctive reverse-hair coat marking, a dominant characteristic that today makes him unique among dog breeds. The ridgebacks were imported by Boer settlers in the 16th and 17th centuries. Its standard, fixed in Rhodesia, dates from 1922. The Rhodesian Ridgeback was used for many purposes. This impressive, protective hound could hunt game, retrieve, take care of children, and guard property. South African hunters discovered that the Ridgeback, used in packs, was very effective against lions, hence the breed's other name, the African Lion Hound. The Rhodesian Ridgeback is well adapted to the harsh African environment. He can withstand very high temperatures and the damp cold of night. It is insensitive to insect bites and can go without food and water for over 24 hours. The Rhodesian Ridgeback is ferocious in the hunt, but in the home it is a calm, gentle, obedient, good dog. Good-natured, but some do not do well with children because they do not want to be pestered or played with roughly. They are intelligent, cunning but straight-forward dogs that are loyal to the family, have something of a mind of their own, are brave, vigilant, reserved toward strangers, and possess considerable stamina. This breed needs thorough obedience training, socialization with people and other dogs, and firm owner leadership to become the excellent companion he can be. Ridgebacks react best to an extremely consistent and equable approach to training. They are intelligent and learn quickly, but they are also strong and a bit stubborn. Training should be gentle and start young while the dog is still small enough to manage. They are also very good watch dogs, but not suggested for guard dogs. They are very protective of owners! This has to be addressed during their early training. This breed can be more destructive than a Lab if left unsupervised! Do not overfeed this breed. Males may be combative with other dogs. Provided this dog meets cats and other pets when it is young, any potential problem will be prevented. Ridgebacks make excellent jogging companions. They have a life expectancy of about 10-12 years.

Good with Dogs, Not Good with Cats, Good with Kids

Valentine the Beautiful Rhodie's baby boy, Poptart the Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.

Valentine the Beautiful Rhodie's baby boy, Tallaway the Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.

Valentine the Beautiful Rhodie's baby boy, Langly the Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.

Valentine the Beautiful Rhodie's baby girl, Jeepers the Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.

Valentine the Beautiful Rhodie's baby girl, Jiffy the Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.

Valentine the Beautiful Rhodie's baby boy, Oshkosh the Puppy (adopted) can also be seen on our website.