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Cape Ridge Rhodesian Ridgebacks
- Ashburnham, MA
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Mark A., the breeder behind Cape Ridge Rhodesian Ridgebacks located in Ashburnham, MA. I produce pups that have the ability to excel in their chosen field, whether that be working, showing, or as an active companion. I'm a passionate, ethical breeder that focuses on preserving, protecting, and maintaining the standards of this magnificent breed. My dogs are not only champions in the ring but in the hearts of their forever families!
Q. & A. with Mark
Why did you start breeding?
Although I am very involved in showing my dogs, they are beloved companions first and foremost. I decided to responsibly breed them as a way to connect my pups to others that will love them just as much as I do.What makes your program special?
The health and quality of my puppies are very important to me, and I make all of my breeding decisions accordingly. I prioritize health, temperament, structure, and conformation to the standard, as well as a variety of other factors. It is always my goal to produce show-quality dogs, and all of my puppies make wonderful companions.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Mark
Mark 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
Connect with Mark to learn more details about pricing.
“$300 deposit when pups are born.”
Contract & health guarantee
Mark 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 Mark 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 Mark 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
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Mark.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Ashburnham, MA
383 miles away
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More about Mark
Mark has been a member of Good Dog for over 4 years
Mark was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2021.
Mark is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Cape Ridge Rhodesian 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
Ruby, mom
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Ruby
Ruby is a female Rhodesian Ridgeback over 8 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Mark decided to make her part of their program. Mark 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.
Good health testing
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI), Hip Dysplasia Finals (OFA, PennHIP, BVA, SV, FCI).
Parent health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Great level
Cape Ridge Rhodesian 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.
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.
Full Embark Panel, 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).
