Adopt a Rhodesian Ridgeback in California

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.

California has one of the largest populations of rescue dogs in the United States. The state's warm climate means many rescues operate year-round, and major metro areas like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are home to hundreds of rescue organizations.