Other names/Nicknames:
- None
Country/Date of origin:
- Thailand
- 1600′s
Height:
- 23 to 26 inches
Weight:
- 60 to 65 pounds
Personality:
- Tough and active.
- Excellent watchdog.
History:
An ancient dog, this breed was unknown outside of its homeland until about 360 years ago when it was seen on the island of Dao Phu Quoc. Because it has a ridge of hair running against the rest of the coat, it is thought to share a common ancestry with the Rhodesian Ridgeback. Like the Rhodesian Ridgeback, the Thai Ridgeback is a very fierce guard and watchdog. It is still extremely rare outside of its country of origin, but is beginning to be noticed by dog fanciers in other countries.
Body Type:
- Medium-size, well-muscled dog.
- The long tail is held vertically or curved like a sickle. It is not altered.
- The ears are large and carried erect.
- Eyes are usually light in color, giving the gaze a fierce intensity.
Coat:
- Short and smooth.
- Allowed colors are black, gray, blue, and shades of red.
- Minimal grooming required.
- Hair along the ridge of the back grows opposite to the rest of the coat. It begins with a pair of whorls behind the shoulders and extends about half way down the back.
Health and Wellness:
- Generally robust.
What you should know:
- Early training and socialization is recommended.
- This dog is agile, energetic, and likes to jump so be prepared to get lots of exercise.
- Its tongue is blue or bluish-gray in color.
