Update - June 2025
Exciting news!
This past year has been eventful. Not only has Jessica finished her Master's program in Educational Leadership, but Natalie just graduated from high school and is heading to college in a couple months. On top of that, Natalie gained a baby sister in March. Because of the life changing events happening here, we have made the decision to take a couple years off from breeding to focus on our family.
If you are looking for a puppy, please contact us and we will put you in contact with another breeder. We are anticipating adding a Ridgeback, Dalmatian, and Golden Retriever to the family over the next 18 months. These females will be the future of On The Rocks so the two years following will be dedicated to training and promoting them, not just in competitions but as classroom therapy dogs, as well.
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What is a Ridgeback?
"A Rhodesian Ridgeback has a very particular “personality”. In relation to people he rather be a partner for his owner than a slave carrying out his master’s orders. It is exceptional for its intelligence but does not obey blindly and immediately and would rather take time to think before performing a command. A Ridgeback does many things in its own way and acts in different situations surprisingly wisely. This dog is very cautious, prudent and restrained. This behavior – typical of the breed – should not be seen as a weakness in character but quite the contrary. It is a contemplating, intelligent dog – for smart people!" Excerpt from the book Rhodesian Ridgeback, African in Europe, M.T., 1999
Our Ridgebacks aren't just our dogs, they are each a member of our family. Whether we are working with them out in our yard, taking them to events, or just simply letting them lounge around the house, their health and well-being is our top priority.
We strive to make each of our Ridgebacks the happiest and most stable dog possible by ensuring they are continually socialized, along with staying physically fit and mentally stimulated.
Ridgebacks are our life and we are definitely owned by them!
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