MZURI RIDGE RIDGEBACKS

Cheryl S.

Breeder of Rhodesian Ridgebacks

Meet the breeder

I'm Cheryl S., the breeder behind MZURI RIDGE RIDGEBACKS located in Surprise, AZ. Having a dog in our lives is such a blessing. We find so much fulfillment in providing that same companionship to other homes! Our mission is to breed the very best dogs that we can, to raise them with love, and to select their future homes with careful attention.

Q. & A. with Cheryl

  • Why did you start breeding?

    Found a love for this breed and wanted to share their specialness with others. My ridgeless puppies: The presence of a ridge, however, is not a normal attribute for most breeds, and the fact it is on our dogs shows a very distinctive genetic history. Ridgelessness is the only disqualification for the Breed, so the Ridgeless RRs cannot compete in AKC Conformation, or regular Lure Coursing..BUT they CAN compete and earn AKC titles in Obedience, Rally, Agility, Tracking, Straight Line Lure Coursing and singles in lure coursing They can also earn AKC CAT Et CGC titles (Coursing Ability Test, and Canine Good Citizenship test.) They can also earn titles in UKC Conformation. All of my puppies are registered with the American Kennel Club regardless of ridge/no ridge, show or pet. All of our puppies destined for the show ring go out on a Full Registration, and all of our 'pet quality/ridgeless puppies are given Limited Registrations.

  • What makes your program special?

    The color of my dogs “Red Wheaten Black nose” makes for beautiful animals.

  • 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.

Getting a puppy from Cheryl

Cheryl has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.

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 $250 non-refundable deposit and between $550 - $2,250 final payment, before taxes & fees.
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“A deposit is put up to hold a puppy that you have selected until time for the puppy to go home. The deposit is put towards the total price.”

Contract & health guarantee

Cheryl 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 Cheryl 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 Cheryl 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
      • Surface & tactile stimulation
      • Daily handling
      • Socialized with other dogs
      • Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
      • Socialized with other animals
    • Puppy health practices
      • Vet check
      • First round of shots and deworming
      • Microchip
      • Vet records
    • Extras
      • AKC registration
      • Initial potty training
      • Puppy starter kit

Location & pick-up

You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Cheryl.

Breeder's location

Meet in Surprise, AZ

Other pick-up locations

Flexible meeting point

Cheryl can meet at a location that works for both of you

More about Cheryl

  • Cheryl has been a member of Good Dog for about 3 years

    Cheryl was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.

Cheryl is a trusted Good Dog breeder

MZURI RIDGE 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

Litter and program updates

Parent dogs

Parent health testing

Breeder-Reported Testing

Good level

MZURI RIDGE 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.

  • 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).

Photos

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Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

Health testing is one key piece of responsible breeding and is performed on breeding dogs to prevent the presence of heritable conditions in their puppies.

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