Adopt a Rhodesian Ridgeback in Arizona

Rhodesian Ridgebacks are athletic, dignified African hounds with a distinctive ridge of reversed hair along their backs. They appear in rescue when their size and independence surprise pet owners. A rescued Ridgeback is calm at home, intensely loyal, and athletic outside.

Arizona's rescue dog network is large and well-organized, especially across Phoenix, Tucson, and the surrounding communities. The state has high shelter populations year-round due to climate and border-region strays. A rescued Arizona dog often comes from a high-volume metro shelter.