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u/WillieBeans15 · 2 pointsr/ridgebacks

Ours would just become disinterested. And RR's are notoriously stubborn, when they don't want to do something - good luck. You have to essentially "trick" them in think thinking "yeah I do want to do that!". Lot's of praise and "good boy" pets go a very long way. Don't necessarily need treats all the time (although RRs are VERY food-motivated).

We did crate train for his first couple years and had no issue with it. We never covered the crate but just made it warm (our RR loves blankets) and comfortable for him. Once he was old enough we would eventually leave him out for little bits at a time and now have no issue leaving him to roam while we are at work for the day.

edit: this book was a great help too!

u/king_of_the_butte · 2 pointsr/ridgebacks

I live in Minnesota with my girl. She has a winter coat for when it's below freezing (which it is round-the-clock for 3-4 months in the winter), but she really doesn't need anything when it's above that.

So no, it's definitely not too cold in Tampa.

Just keep an eye on him. If he shivers or acts like he doesn't want to go out, maybe get a light coat. This is the one I have for my pup and it's excellent (they even used a RR in the product photo!), but you could certainly get away with a lighter one - this one is pretty thick, but I'd recommend the brand, and they have a wide variety of different coats. And if your pup is as skittish about going out in the rain as mine is, it might be helpful for that, too, since it's waterproof.

u/BallzSpartan · 1 pointr/ridgebacks

I wouldn't worry about having your Ridgeback in the crate overnight. I assume you have a viable alarm that can wake you, so I would just make a habit of taking your pup out just before bed and then setting an alarm for a middle of the night bathroom trip. Just realize this might mean you have to throw the crate blankets in the wash a time or two but it shouldn't be a problem. By the time they hit 5-6 months they can usually last the night. Our girls (6 mos & 1 year) have been sleeping through the night for over 2 months. Now not everyone will take to it that quickly but you get the drift. One thing I will note is it is wise to train them to go on command if you do any traveling. I've heard stories of Ridgebacks holding it for 3 days because they didn't know where to go. Last thing, I'll plug one of our breeders book it was a huge help even if it is a little dated.

u/vornamemitd · 2 pointsr/ridgebacks

Never used one myself on my RR, but a model/build like this one would have been on my radar if needed: https://www.amazon.com/Mighty-Paw-Attachment-Reflective-Stitching/dp/B01D1NZIL8/

Lightweight, flexible, design aligned to actual anatomy, properly padded.

...with a proper amount of training, you’ll soon be able to even leave your leash at home - they told me :-)

u/daringescape · 1 pointr/ridgebacks

They do look scary, but when you see how they work - its not that bid of a deal. I actually put it on my own neck to test it out. I will say make sure you get a good one where the prongs are rounded and not just squared off.

I have had it come off once while walking her, but I think it was user error. My wife and boys have no issues with it.

The other solution we use with our beagle/basset is the gentle leader

u/turbine_flow · 3 pointsr/ridgebacks

My Ridgeback did not respond to other collars or harnesses until Harness Lead. It's a little more cumbersome to put on but my Ridgeback now walks without pulling.



Harness Lead Escape Resistant Reduces Pull (Medium/Large, Blue Multi) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ND5R4C5/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FioQCbPP8QNSX