Zira's Pride Rhodesian Ridgebacks
- Springfield, AR
Meet the breeder
I'm Laura C., the breeder behind Zira's Pride Rhodesian Ridgebacks located in Springfield, AR. We decided to start our own kennel after falling in love with the breed with our first dog, Kovu. We will start having puppies in the future once we get our girl health tested and approved. We will be showing Zira, but our main buyers that are interested are hunters.
Q. & A. with Laura
Why did you start breeding?
We have fell in love with the breed owning a RR and we wanted a way to create our own line and have a dog that a person can be proud of like we are. We wanted to create our own line of working dogs because we don't believe that a working dog breed should be prancing around a ring only.What makes your program special?
We specialize in hunting dogs. We make sure all health testing is conducted and we make sure we only breed the best of the best. Please be patient with us as we breed our kennel and our bloodline. We promise it will be worth the wait!Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Pink collar
Went homeMale
Black collar
Went homeMale
Orange collar
Went homeMale
Light brown collar
Went homeMale
Blue collar
Went homeMale
Dark green collar
Went homeMale
Red collar
Went homeFemale
Yellow collar
Went homeFemale
Purple collar
Went homeFemale
Light blue collar
Went homeFemale
Getting a puppy from Laura
Laura 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
“Our prices might change but for now it includes first shots and deworm with exam, health guarantee and partial registration. For breeding rights the price is higher. The deposit is not refundable because we only want people truly interested in bringing home their newest family member.”
Contract & health guarantee
Laura 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 Laura 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 Laura 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
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized with children
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Vet records
Extras
- AKC registration
- Food & treats
- Registration
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Laura.
Breeder's location
Meet in Springfield, AR
869 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at Little Rock Airport
866 miles away
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Meet in Olive Branch, MS
737 miles away
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More about Laura
Laura has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Laura was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Laura is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Zira's Pride 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
Zira, mom
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Zira
Zira is a female Rhodesian Ridgeback over 3 years old. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Laura decided to make her part of their program. Laura 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.
Uploaded health tests
Full Embark Panel, Factor IX Deficiency (G418E), +5 more.
Parent health testing
Good level
Zira's Pride 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 Examination (rDVM, not 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 (rDVM, not 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.
DNA Disease Panel, 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).
