Thai Ridgeback: characteristics, care and compatibility

SizeMedium-large

Weightabout 16–34 kg

Heightabout 51–61 cm at the withers

Life expectancyabout 12–13 years

Exercise60 minutes per day

OriginThailand

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Full description

The Thai Ridgeback is agile, alert and often deeply loyal to its household while remaining wary of strangers. Its independence, prey drive, territorial behaviour and physical strength require experienced handling, early socialisation and secure fencing. Reward-based training should establish practical cooperation without expecting automatic obedience. The very short coat offers limited cold protection, while the dorsal ridge must be checked at birth for dermoid sinus.

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Characteristic details

Health 3/5 The Thai Ridgeback has a moderate health profile. Major concerns include dermoid sinus, hip and elbow dysplasia, skin disease and thyroid disorders. Recommended preventive care includes careful neonatal examination of the dorsal midline, orthopaedic, skin and thyroid assessment in breeding lines, prompt treatment of any dermoid sinus and healthy weight management.

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