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Thai Ridgeback
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Thai Ridgeback
(Thai Ridgeback Dog) (Mah Thai)
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Description |
The Thai Ridgeback has
a loose-skinned, muscular body. Its back is strong, firm, and covered with dense
hair. Coat colors include: chestnut, black, blue, and silver. It has a ridge on its back,
formed by hair growing in opposite directions which forms whorls and circles. The
shoulders are strong and muscular. The head is carried high on the firm, strong, clean cut
neck. The muzzle is wedge-shaped and powerful looking. The tongue should be blue or bluish
gray. The ears are large, high set, triangular, pricked and inclined forward. The top of
the skull is flat and slopes gently to the stop. The dark-brown eyes are almond-shaped
with an alert expression. The nose is black and the tail is thicker at the base tapering
to the tip. The ribs are well sprung with no hint of a barrel appearance. The hind legs
are long and moderately lean and bend slightly to the stifles. The back of the neck has
extra rolls of skin when the dog is alert. This is particularly noticeable in puppies.
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Temperament |
Until recently the Thai Ridgeback
was relatively unknown outside of eastern Thailand and is very rare elsewhere. This breed
is a good watch, guard and hunting dog, but also makes a nice companion. Tough and active
with excellent jumping ability. It is a very active and alert dog but also without socialization can be a bit aloof
towards strangers. May be difficult to train. The Thai Ridgeback needs a dominant owner who understands the breed. One who has a natural authority to them, in a firm but calm manner. Confident and consistent with the rules placed upon the dog. A Thai who does not have an owner who corrects the dog at the proper times may find that the dog develops aggressive tendencies. With the right handler it is never too late to curve any unwanted behaviors once the owners learn how to properly treat the dog along with providing the proper mental and physical exercise. |
Height, Weight
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Height: Males 22-24 inches
(56-60 cm.) Females 20-22 inches (51-56)
Weight: 51-75 pounds (23-34 kg.)
According to the official standard of the FCI, there also are no weight requirements. |
Health Problems |
A very healthy breed. |
Living
Conditions |
Thai Ridgebacks will do okay in an
apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. They prefer warm climates and cannot withstand
the cold. |
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Exercise |
This breed should get plenty of
exercise, including a daily, long walk. |
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Life
Expectancy |
About 12-13 years. |
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Grooming |
The Thai Ridgeback does not need a
lot of grooming. An occasional combing and brushing to remove the dead hair will do. |
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Origin |
The Thai Ridgeback can be found in eastern Thailand since the middle ages. Thai farmers value this breed as guard dogs. This very protective dog was known simply as "the cart-following
dog." |
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Group |
FCI'S CLASSIFICATION Group 5 (Spitz
and primitive types) Section 8 (Primitive Type Hunting Dogs with a ridge on the back),
Without working trial. |
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Recognition |
FCI, ATRA, KCTH, AKC-FSS in America, NKC,
APRI, ACR, DRA |
ATROF = Association of Thai Ridgeback Owners &
Fanciers
FCI = Fédération Cynologique Internationale
ATRA = American Thai Ridgeback Association
KCTH = Kennel Club of Thailand (formerly DAT)
TRCUS = Thai Ridgeback Club of the
United States
NKC = National
Kennel Club
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
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Courtesy of Manape Thai Ridgeback - Photo Taken by James.
Courtesy of Manape Thai Ridgeback - Photo Taken by James.
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Gambit the Thai Ridgeback.
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Photos courtesy of Bellehound Thai Ridgebacks.
Photos courtesy of Bellehound Thai Ridgebacks.
Radar
Bull
MAI THAI'S ORIENTAL PEARL. Photos Courtesy of MAI
THAI's.
MAI THAI'S ORIENTAL PEARL. Photos Courtesy of MAI
THAI's.
MAI THAI'S IVY GROWING UP - Photos
Courtesy of MAI THAI's.
At 4 months old - Photos
Courtesy of MAI THAI's.
Ivy at 13 months old - Photos
Courtesy of MAI THAI's.
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