Aariel Ridgebacks
- Summerfield, FL
- Responds within a few hours
Meet the breeder
I'm Carol B., the breeder behind Aariel Ridgebacks located in Summerfield, FL. Our dogs are bred at home with health and temperament in mind first and foremost. We breed to better the breed. Our dogs make great family pets AND show prospects for conformation, obedience, lure coursing, fast cat, agility, and other events. We are very passionate about our program, and we look forward to connecting with you!
Q. & A. with Carol
Why did you start breeding?
My love for these dogs inspired the start of my program. I had great dogs and females. I don’t necessarily breed to my own, but seek out sires that might qualify to enhance my breeding program.What makes your program special?
My program is special because I breed to better the breed, and I focus on health, temperament, and quality first. My heavy involvement and success in the show world speak to the standards that I breed my dogs by. While many of my dogs have made exceptional show prospects, all of them have become excellent family dogs and lifelong friends! It is such an honor to preserve and improve the line of these incredible dogs all the while creating companionship for others!What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Our puppies are rd whtn blk nose. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
TBD
Ready now3 years old
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Carol
Carol has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Puppy prices include a $1,000 non-refundable deposit and between $1,500 - $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“Also included are a contract, the health guarantee, a certified health certificate, AKC registration, and lifetime breeder support for you and your dog! Half of the deposit is refundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Carol may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Carol offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Carol directly.
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What’s included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Various sounds
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
- Microchip
Extras
- Initial potty training
- Puppy starter kit
- Toys
- Food & treats
- Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent
- AKC registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Carol.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Summerfield, FL
Other pick-up locations
Meet at Orlando Airport
More about Carol
Club memberships
Carol is a member of Marion-Alachua Dog Training Association (MATDA) and The Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T..
Carol has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Carol was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Carol’s links
Carol is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Aariel Ridgebacks meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
Khalayla, mom
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Khalayla
Khalayla is a female Rhodesian Ridgeback. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Carol decided to make her part of their program. Carol has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Bono, dad
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Bono
Bono is a male Rhodesian Ridgeback. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Carol decided to make him part of their program. Carol has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Excellent level
Aariel Ridgebacks reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Rhodesian Ridgebacks.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
