Female Rhodesian Ridgeback

Unfortunately I need to sell one of my beautiful beloved Ridgebacks. 'Happy' is 16 months old and is stunningly beautiful. She is on the smaller side for a Ridgeback. She has been socialized daily at the dog park. I have 5 young children and is extremely good with people and all other dogs. Her companion is a 2 year old male. I am just out of a long separation and need to get my life back together so having two dogs is a bit too much for me. She has a stunning coat and is well trained. She has good recall, sit and wait.

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