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Ridgeback

Type of scenthound characterized by a ridge of fur along it's spine that runs forward, towards the dog's head, rather than back toward the tail like the rest of the fur.

Ridgeback Breeds:
Thai Ridgeback, Rhodesian Ridgeback

Country of Origin:
South Africa, Thailand

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