Tifari Puppies

Foosa (right) with 2 of her pups:
Henry 3.5 mo. (center) and Piper 1 year (left)

Tifari Ridgebacks is a small hobby kennel. The word "Kennel" is used loosely as our dogs live in our home with us. We only breed occasionally, and with the health of our dogs in mind. We do not take deposits, but do have a waiting list. All pups are not only whelped in the house but raised there as well until placed in their new homes at 8 weeks of age. The pups are given extensive socialization and prospective puppy owners can visit frequently. All pups will go home with a written health guarantee.

Each breeding is planned carefully and according to the code of Ethics required by the various RR Clubs and AKC. Both the sire and dam have passed their health clearances for Hip and Elbow Dysplasia, as well as their Heart, Thyroid, and Eyes. Here at Tifari we want to take the health testing a step beyond, so we also test the shoulders and patellas(knees) of our breeding dogs. A DNA test for DM (Degenerative Mylopathy) has recently become available and so we also test our potential breeding dogs for this as well. All puppy buyers will be provided with a copy of these certifications. Most importantly, the temperaments of both parents will be screened. Versatility and intelligence are other qualities I look for when choosing the sire and dam for a breeding match. I look for titles other than simply a Champion (Ch) to show that the dogs have the intelligence and willingness to learn and work for their owners. A well rounded dog will have titles on both ends of their names!

The most important goal of Tifari RR's is to produce beautiful pups that have GREAT temperaments. I strive for dogs that are pretty and can be shown in the conformation ring, but I understand most pups will grow up to be family pets, so the first role of Tifari pups will be to be great companion dogs, and the second will be to be a great ambassador of the breed, be it in the show ring, lure coursing, obedience, agility, therapy work, hunting, or at the dog park...etc.

The "type" here at Tifari RR is a ridgeback that has a nice square or blocky head and is of substantial Bone, rather than the "whippet" style body or the "snipey" or narrow head. I breed for the standard size: Females 25 inches and around 70 lbs. Males 27 inches and 80-90 lbs.

If you are interested in a puppy the first step is to fill out my questionnaire. After recieving it we will contact you to set up a meeting in person and you can meet the dogs and our family.

Past Litters

Foosa and Captain

Foosa and Aladdin

Foosa and ???

We plan for the next litter to be Summer
of 2010

Do you want a puppy? Fill out the puppy questionnaire to arrange a meeting time.

"Pedigree indicates what the animal should be, Conformation indicates what the animal appears to be, Performance indicates what the animal actually is...."
~Unknown