At Koda we strive to raise the healthiest, best looking Ridgebacks we can, and adhere to the Breed Standard and Code of Ethics of the Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States.  We raise our puppies inside our home and encourage interaction with family, visitors, and our adult dogs.  We feel strongly that early socialization is vital and utilize the Super Dog Program when rearing puppies.  This program, also known as "Early Neurological Stimulation", involves a series of exercises designed to reduce stress and help puppies become well adjusted adults - the Super Dog Program was developed by Carmen Battaglia PhD, and is used extensively by breeders of military and assistance dogs.

We only breed with the intent to improve the breed, and only use dogs who have passed health testing, such as:  OFA hips/elbows/thyroid/cardiac, BAER hearing test, and CERF eye test.  We have just begun to test for Degenerative Myelopathy, as well.  

We only breed AKC champions, or dogs capable of finishing an AKC championship.  Pet quality pups are sold on a spay/neuter contract.  Show potentials are sold on co-ownership contracts which allow the breeder (or owner if they are so inclined) to show the dog if it turns out to be worthy. We do not cull ridgeless puppies or puppies affected with dermoid sinus; dermoid puppies are sold after dermoid removal and make wonderful pets!

We usually have a long waiting list for puppies, so encourage potential owners to contact us well in advance of an expected litter.  In order to be considered for a puppy, we ask that potential owners complete and return our Puppy Application and make arrangements to visit our home and our dogs.