Mafigeni Ridgebacks
- Bandera, TX
- Responds within a few days
Meet the breeder
I'm Jill T., the breeder behind Mafigeni Ridgebacks located in Bandera, TX. We raise family-oriented and working dogs. Our puppies go on to be great family pets and working companions. We produce litters that are healthy and sound. Our puppies have the temperament to be amazing family members and the drive and trainability to do the job they were bred to do.
Q. & A. with Jill
Why did you start breeding?
I married a Texan and longed for my Ridgeback companion. The search began to find a pup for our Texas home. I wanted a Ridgeback with traits true to the African Ridgebacks that I have grown to love. Loyal, intelligent, protective, stamina, agility, hunting ability, gentle & patient with children, relaxed & quiet in the home, yet always alert. It took me 2 years to find one, hence my desire to start breeding.What makes your program special?
My goal is to breed Ridgebacks that are as close to the African foundation dogs as possible, without compromising health, personality traits and conformation.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 Jill
Jill 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 $2,500 final payment, before taxes & fees.
“The price includes AKC registration, UTD vaccinations & deworming, DNA testing kit, Puppy socialization, Ridgeback Revealed by Timmy Ralfe book.”
Contract & health guarantee
Jill 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 Jill 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 Jill 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 Jill.
Breeder’s location
Meet in Bandera, TX
5378 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at San Antonio Airport
5365 miles away
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More about Jill
Jill has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Jill was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2024.
Jill is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Mafigeni 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 health testing
Breeder-Reported Testing
Good level
Mafigeni 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.
DNA Disease Panel, Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME)
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).
