I'm Norah O., the breeder behind Glenaholm Rhodesian Ridgebacks located in Columbia, MO. Glenaholm is the oldest Rhodesian Ridgebacks kennel in the world. Over the past 60 years, so much has changed, but there is one thing that has remained constant—the Glenaholm dogs still look the same and most importantly, their superior characters and temperaments.
Q. & A. with Norah
Why did you start breeding?
We look at our dogs and our hearts sing at the beauty they hold. We wanted to do our part to continue the line of beauty and share it with others.
What makes your program special?
We have been breeding since 1947 for beauty, health and Brains
The fact that our dogs have also become champions in many countries around the world is an added bonus.
ORTHOPEDIC FOUNDATION OF AMERICA
We actually Do do genetic health tests on our dogs which are passed by the ruling authority, OFA. Check this site to see which breeders have tested their dogs.
www.ofa.org
Check 'Glenaholm' on https://www.ofa.org
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.
Getting a puppy from Norah
Norah 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 between $3,000 - $5,000 final payment, before taxes & fees.
Contract & health guarantee
Norah 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 Norah 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 Norah directly.
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Norah.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Columbia, MO
789 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Columbia Airport
792 miles away
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More about Norah
Club memberships
Norah is a member of Rhodesian Ridgeback Pedigrees, North West Rhodesian Ridgeback Club, Columbia Canine Association, South African Rhodesian Ridgeback Club, and The Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States.
Certifications & recognitions
CHIC Certified, Puppy Culture Breeder, AKC Breeder of Merit.
Norah has been a member of Good Dog for almost 5 years
Norah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Glenaholm 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
Jena, mom
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Jena
Jena takes after her mother, Glenaholm Joyna, who was imported from South Africa and who has many AKC titles and is a trained Cadaver dog and is in training to be a Certified Search and Rescue dog. She is calm and caring when at home and so enthusiastic to go exploring and discover new places and smells when out in the woods. She is trained with hand signals and has excellent responses .
Jovi, mom
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Jovi
Jovi is a female Rhodesian Ridgeback. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Norah decided to make her part of their program. Norah 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.
Joyna, mom
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Joyna
Joyna is a female Rhodesian Ridgeback. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Norah decided to make her part of their program. Norah 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.
Winni, mom
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Winni
Winni is a female Rhodesian Ridgeback. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Norah decided to make her part of their program. Norah 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.
Toby, dad
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Toby
Toby is a male Rhodesian Ridgeback. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Norah decided to make him part of their program. Norah 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.
Diwa, dad
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Diwa
Diwa is a male Rhodesian Ridgeback. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Norah decided to make him part of their program. Norah 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
Glenaholm 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 Dysplasia (Preliminary)
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 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), Dermoid Sinus (DS), Dentition, Canine Good Citizen (CGC)
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.
Adult Onset Neuropathy (AON), PawPrint Genetic Panel (Breed Specific), OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, DNA Disease Panel, D Locus (Dilute) DNA test, Cleft Palate (DLX6), Animal Genetics Panel, Agouti DNA Test, Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME), 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).