Among the most ancient breeds of dogs known to mankind, a special place is occupied by dogs of Thai ridgeback breed. Since the dog does not have a mass distribution on the European continent, we give some information about this breed.
Description of the Thai Ridgeback breed standard
In Thailand, where this dog comes from, ancient times the Ridgebacks were a very important component of the everyday life of the population. Due to their outstanding speed qualities and excellent mental abilities, these dogs hunted small animals (hares, for example), often providing food not only for themselves, but for their host family. In addition, the Ridgebacks perfectly guarded the house from uninvited guests, including cleaning it from rats and snakes. The breed received its name because of the characteristic strip of wool along its back with the direction of growth opposite to the entire wool cover. This strip (crest) is called ridge.
If the characteristics of the breed are affected, then we will cite other standards for the Thai Ridgeback breed. Four colors are recognized as standard: red, black, blue (silver) and unique isabel.
Ridgebacks are referred to medium-sized dogs - the height at the withers of an adult male from 56 (± 2.5 cm) to 61 cm, females, naturally, smaller - 51-56 cm. The average weight of a dog (male) is about 30 kg. Tai have a beautiful, athletic body, very mobile. In addition, they have a unique intelligence, are very attached to the owner. But the stories about the aggression of the Thai Ridgeback are very exaggerated.
Because of his wary attitude towards strangers and a stern, heavy look in the compartment with a rather impressive appearance, the impression was created that the Ridji are dangerous dogs. But Thai Ridgeback - the dog is calm, although in extreme situations it is able to make an independent decision and up to the last defend its dignity or defend the owner. On the nature of the Thai Ridgeback, in general, we can say the following - an independent intellectual, unobtrusive and tactful. When the content in the apartment does not seek to dominate.