Koruridge Rhodesian Ridgebacks
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Siberian Huskies
Extraordinary dogs, excellent temperament, true to type.
KORURIDGE RHODESIAN RIDGEBACKS
Bred with purpose. Raised with love. Supported for life.
Nestled at the foot of the Kaimai Ranges in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, Koruridge Rhodesian Ridgebacks is a small, dedicated kennel built around a lifelong love of this extraordinary breed. For me, breeding Rhodesian Ridgebacks is about so much more than producing puppies, it is about protecting the qualities that make the Ridgeback special, continually learning, and thoughtfully building the next generation.
Every litter begins with hours of research, planning and consideration. I look at pedigrees, health, structure, movement, temperament and genetics, and most importantly, what each individual dog can contribute to the other. Health, temperament, type, character, betterment, these are the foundations of Koruridge.
MORE THAN A BREEDER
With over 30 years in the veterinary industry, including qualifying as a Veterinary Nurse with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in London, I've had the privilege of caring for countless dogs throughout their lives. That experience has given me a deep understanding of the importance of thoughtful, responsible breeding and the difference that good decisions can make to a dogs life.
All dogs used in our Rhodesian Ridgeback breeding programme are hip and elbow scored and DNA tested for relevant inherited conditions including DM, JME and the Dilute gene, with health testing forming an important part of our breeding decisions. Responsible breeding isn't just about test results. I want to breed the whole dog. A Ridgeback that is beautiful and true to type, structurally sound, healthy, confident, intelligent and equipped with the temperament to become a wonderful family companion. Our dogs and their offspring have enjoyed success in conformation showing, Rally-O, obedience, scent work and agility, proving that a Ridgeback can be both a beautiful representative of the breed and a versatile companion.
RAISED AS FAMILY
Our puppies are born and raised in our home, surrounded by our family, our adult dogs, visitors and the everyday experiences of life. I spend considerable time watching and getting to know every puppy because no two puppies are the same. One might be bold and adventurous, another might be thoughtful and observant, another might be the cheeky little comedian of the litter. Those individual personalities matter. I don't simply choose a puppy for a family based on colour, sex or who is "the prettiest." I take the time to understand both the puppy and the family, because finding the right match is one of the most important things I can do as a breeder.
A LIFETIME, NOT A TRANSACTION
When a Koruridge puppy leaves our home, my responsibility doesn't end. You don't just get a puppy, you get a breeder. I'm here for the lifetime of your dog, whether you need advice about feeding, training, behaviour, health, settling in, showing or simply want to send me a photograph because your puppy has done something hilarious, I want to hear from you. I love watching my puppies grow, seeing the lives they build with their families and celebrating their achievements, whether that's winning in the show ring or simply being the dog who sleeps beside your bed every night.
CAREFULLY CHOSEN BLOODLINES
I'm passionate about pedigrees and preserving quality within the breed.
Over the years I have imported Ridgebacks from Australia and Lithuania and have also imported frozen semen internationally, allowing us to access carefully selected genetics from overseas and broaden the gene pool available to our breeding programme. Our Koruridge dogs and their offspring have gone on to homes throughout New Zealand and overseas, with Koruridge-bred dogs represented internationally.
THE KORURIDGE STORY
Koruridge began with one very special girl.
'Nyah' - CH Boulderbrae Ginger Rogers, she was gifted to me by my father and became the foundation of Koruridge. From that one Ridgeback grew a passion that has become a huge part of my life.
The name Koruridge was inspired by the Māori koru, the unfurling fern frond, representing new life, growth, strength and vitality. Those values still feel incredibly appropriate for what I want Koruridge to represent today.
PROUD OF OUR ACHIEVEMENTS
We are proud of the success our dogs have achieved in New Zealand and internationally.
Koruridge bred dogs have gained championship titles and success across conformation and performance disciplines, and our kennel has been recognised at some of New Zealand's biggest dog shows.
But while ribbons and titles are lovely...
The achievement I value most is breeding a dog that becomes someone's best friend.
If you're considering bringing a Rhodesian Ridgeback into your life, I invite you to explore our website, learn about our dogs and our breeding philosophy, and get in touch, choosing a puppy is a big decision.
I want you to choose your breeder as carefully as together we choose your puppy.
Come and meet us, meet our dogs, ask questions, and find out whether a Koruridge Ridgeback is the right fit for you, because once you've lived with a Ridgeback you'll understand why we say they're addictive.
Liz & Tivon Coles
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