I'm Barbara L., the breeder behind Tampo Rhodesian Ridgeback located in Puryear, TN. My focus is on excellence in every aspect of my breeding program. I offer top-quality Rhodesian Ridgebacks for show and pet homes. The health and quality of my puppies is 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.
Q. & A. with Barbara
Why did you start breeding?
It is my goal to help ensure the future of the Rhodesian Ridgeback through responsibly breeding my exceptional dogs. I dearly love this breed and am proud to be doing my part as a Rhodesian Ridgeback breeder.
What makes your program special?
I am an experienced breeder, and I take my role seriously. I am thorough in health testing and caring for my dogs, and I make sure each puppy gets the proper group and individual care that it needs to thrive. My goal is to ensure that every dog that comes from my program is set up to live a happy and healthy life and is prepared for its future role when it leaves my care.
Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Barbara
Barbara 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 Barbara to learn more details about pricing.
“The price of the puppy also includes 6 and 8-week shots, deworming, and a prepaid microchip. The deposit is refundable for up to 4 weeks; after the 4 weeks, the deposit becomes nonrefundable.”
Contract & health guarantee
Barbara 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 Barbara 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 Barbara directly.
Tampo Rhodesian Ridgeback 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
Mozzie, mom
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Mozzie
Mozzie is a female Rhodesian Ridgeback. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Barbara decided to make her part of their program. Barbara 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
Good level
Tampo Rhodesian Ridgeback 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.
OFA/CHIC DNA Repository
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).