Okay, so today I’m gonna talk about my little adventure with a Rhodesian Ridgeback crossed with a Siberian Husky. Yeah, it’s quite the mix, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride.
It all started when I decided I wanted a dog. Not just any dog, mind you, but one with a bit of spunk and a whole lot of personality. I’d always been a fan of the Rhodesian Ridgeback – that muscular build, the unique ridge along their back, you know, they look like they could take on a lion. But then there’s the Siberian Husky, with those striking blue eyes and that fluffy coat, like they’re ready for an Arctic expedition.
So, I thought, why not both? I mean, people mix breeds all the time, right? I started digging around, looking for breeders who had done this mix before. Seemed like a pretty new thing, not a ton of info out there. But I found this one guy, a few hours’ drive away, who had a litter.
I went to see them, and man, they were a bunch of cuties. All these little fluff balls with a hint of that Ridgeback sturdiness. I picked out this one pup – he had one blue eye and one brown, and he just looked at me with this goofy grin. I was sold.
Bringing him home was a whole other story. This little guy was a bundle of energy. He’d zoom around the house like a little furry tornado, then crash out for a nap in the most random places. Potty training? Oh boy, that was an adventure. Let’s just say we went through a lot of paper towels and carpet cleaner.
- First week: Total chaos. I’m pretty sure I didn’t sleep more than two hours at a stretch.
- Second week: Slightly less chaos. He started to get the hang of the potty thing, but still had “accidents.”
- Third week: We made a breakthrough! He actually started going to the door when he needed to go out.
As he grew, I started to see traits from both breeds really shine through. He had the Ridgeback’s loyalty and protective nature, always keeping an eye on me and the house. But he also had that Husky independence and stubbornness. Try getting him to do something he didn’t want to do – it was like arguing with a furry, four-legged teenager.
Exercise was a big one. This dog needed to run. We’re talking long walks, runs in the park, playing fetch until my arm felt like it was going to fall off. And he loved it. He’d come back panting, tongue lolling out, but with this look of pure satisfaction on his face.
Training
Training him was… interesting. He was smart, no doubt about that. He picked up commands pretty quickly, but he also had a mind of his own. Sometimes he’d just look at me like, “Yeah, I know what you want me to do, but I’m gonna do this instead.”
Socializing him with other dogs was another thing. He got along great with other high-energy breeds like him. I found out that Malamutes and Samoyeds were on his level. But smaller, calmer dogs? Not so much. He just wanted to play rough, and they weren’t always up for it.
Now, he’s a full-grown dog, and he’s a character. He’s got the best of both worlds – the strength and bravery of a Ridgeback, the playful, independent spirit of a Husky. He’s my buddy, my protector, and sometimes, my biggest headache. But I wouldn’t trade him for the world.
It’s been a learning experience, for sure. If you’re thinking about getting a Rhodesian Ridgeback cross Siberian Husky, be prepared for a lot of energy, a bit of stubbornness, and a whole lot of love. It’s not for the faint of heart, but it’s definitely a rewarding experience.
