Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Trainable
Cheerful
Quiet
Faithful

Dignified
Loyal
Sensitive
Intelligent
Mischievous
Strong
Willed

English Spanadors are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

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South Africa

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1800s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Pied

Fawn
Red

English Spanadors have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

An English Spanador can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Rhodesian Ridgeback can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

English Spanadors are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Elbow Dysplasia
Retinal Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia

Dermoid Sinus
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Bloat

Eye Abnormalities
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes
Familial Nephropathy
Portosystemic Shunt
Hepatitis
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Cleft Palate
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Idiopathic Epilepsy
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Entropion
Deafness
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Degenerative Myelopathy

Hip X-Rays
Dna Test For Pk
Physical Examination
Eye Examinations
Blood Work

Hip
Hearing
Breeder Check For Dermoid Sinus
Skeletal
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination

English Spanador has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Rhodesian Ridgeback has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

English Spanadors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

English Spanadors are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Spanador, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Rhodesian Ridgeback, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Spanadors usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Rhodesian Ridgebacks usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The English Spanador has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 20-50 pound (9 - 23 kg) English Spanador feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 79-85 pound (36 - 39 kg) Rhodesian Ridgeback feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The English Spanador is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

English Spanadors are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

English Spanadors are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

English Spanadors are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

English Spanadors are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

The English Spanador is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.