Please find below a list of useful links for informination about Rhodesian Ridegbacks, Lhasa Apsos, and Collies. We are also providing some links to local training facilities, groomers, and other items. Take a look and let me know if there are any other links I should add to the list.
- Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of America
Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of America is the definative website for all things Rhodeisan Ridgebacks. The website has infromation on the breed standard, Ridgeback health issues, and directory of breeders
- Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue
Rhodesian Ridgeback Rescue, Inc., (RRRInc) has been dedicated to the rescue, care and adoption of Rhodesian Ridgeback dogs in need. RRRInc now operates throughout the USA and Canada.
- Juba Lee Ridgebacks
Juba Lee Ridegback was the breeder of Desmond. Kerry Williams is the breed and AKC Breeder of Merit
- Shabani Ridgebacks
Shabani Ridegback was the breeder of Lucy. Bonnie Johnson is the breed and AKC Breeder of Merit
- Southwind Farm Rhodesian Ridgeback
Southwind Farm Rhodesian Ridegback is the breeder for the sire of Desmond. Maxx is a very well-known dog and also a Therapy Dog.
- Akizuri Ridgebacks
Akizuri Ridgebacks are breeder of Ridgebacks in Denmark. Currently they have one dog, Chumi, that is doing very well this in Europe and rated the number male Ridegabck in Denmark.
- Raleigh Rhodesian Ridgebacks
Facebook page for Rhodesian Ridegabck owners in and around the Raleigh area.
- Charlotte Rhodesian Ridgebacks
Facebook page for Rhodesian Ridegabck owners in and around the Charlotte area.
- CBARRC - Chesapeake Bay Area Rhodesian Ridgeback Club
Regional Rhodesian Ridegabck Club in Chesapeake Bay Area. I am hoping we will have a Rhodesian Ridgeabck Club in the North Carolina Area soon.
- Mid-Atlantic Hound Club
The Mid-Atlantic Hound Association (MAHA) of Central North Carolina is an association of Sight and Scent Hound owners and friends that participate in hound specific events with an emphasis on responsible canine ownership.
Rhodesian Ridgebacks
- Lhasa Apso Club of America
Lhasa Apso Club of America is the definative website for all things about Lhasa Apso. The website has infromation on the breed standard, Lhasa health issues, and directory of breeders
- Lhasa Apso Rescue
The American Lhasa Club Rescue Network is a group of regional rescues that work within The American Lhasa Apso Club guidelines to find loving, responsible homes for Lhasas that for a myriad of reasons are homeless.
Lhasa Apso
- Collie Club of America
Collie Club of America is the definative website for all things about Collies (rough and smooth). The website has infromation on the breed standard, Collie health issues, and directory of breeders
- Collie Rescue of the Carolinas
Collie Rescue of the Carolinas is a non-profit 501 C (3) organization dedicated to the safety and welfare of purebred rough and smooth collies. To this end we provide food, shelter, transportation, medical treatmen to collies in our care, and education to interested persons.
- Collie Health Foundation
Collie Club of America is the definative website for all things about Collies (rough and smooth). The website has infromation on the breed standard, Collie health issues, and directory of breeders
- Piedmont Collie Club
The Piedmont Collie Club, Inc. is composed of an enthusiastic, congenial and diverse group of Owners, Breeders and Exhibitors of pure-bred Collies in North and South Carolina. Their mutual interest is the exchange of ideas, knowledge and experience to more thoroughly enjoy their hobby and to promote the advancement of the breed.
- Chesapeake Collie Club
The Chesapeake Collie Club, Inc. is composed of an enthusiastic, congenial and diverse group of Owners, Breeders and Exhibitors of pure-bred Collies in Virgina, DC area, and Maryland. Their mutual interest is the exchange of ideas, knowledge and experience to more thoroughly enjoy their hobby and to promote the advancement of the breed.
Collies
- American Kennel Club
The American Kennel Club is dedicated to upholding the integrity of its Registry, promoting the sport of purebred dogs and breeding for type and function. Founded in 1884, the AKC® and its affiliated organizations advocate for the purebred dog as a family companion, advance canine health and well-being, work to protect the rights of all dog owners and promote responsible dog ownership. This website is great first place to look about dog questions about breeds or different type of dog events.
- Funiture City Kennel Club
The Furniture City Kennel Club (FCKC) is located in High Point, NC, The club is a small club are focus on effort for the well being of the dog world. We are members of the Furniture City Kennel Club. FCKC show is usually the 2nd weekend in November. Check us out
- Carolina Kennel Club
The Carolina Kennel founded in 1938 and are proud to be the oldest kennel club in North Carolina. The Carolina Kennel club is locaated in Greensboro, NC. They hold meetings on the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Carolina Kennel show is usually occurs in mid-August.
- Forsyth Kennel Club
The Forsyth Kennel Club was established by dog fanciers in Winston-Salem and surrounding areas to promote the responsible breeding, training, and exhibiting of purebred dogs. They encourage all dog fanciers in the community to share our enjoyment of what is truly “Mans Best Friend”, by visiting with members at meetings or dog shows which occurs in mid-December.
- Bon-Clyde Training
The Bon-Clyde Canine Learning center is a 22,000 square-foot, climate-controlled indoor facility located in Sanford, NC. The Bon-Clyde Learning Center offers classes, seminars, and workshops year-round, as well as being available for rent by clubs and organizations. This state of the art turf makes a wonderful footing for both dog and handlers. We use it regularly for all types of dog events.
- Winston- Salem Dog Training Club
The Winston-Salem Dog Training Club offers group training classes to the general public for all breeds of dogs in the Winston-Salem area. They offer training in the following areas: Puppy Classes, Canine Good Citzens, Therapy Dogs, Conformance, Obedience, Rally, and Agility.
- Brylin Obedience Specility School - BOSS
Brylin Obedience Specialty School (BOSS) offers small group classes for puppies and dogs of all ages. BOSS offers Agility, Barn Hunt, Flyball, Scent Work, Swimming, Therapy, Treibball and soon Dock Diving will take place inside our heated and fan-cooled building in King, NC.
- MB-F
MB-F is one of the largest dog superintendents in the country. MB-F is the main superintendent in the Southeast. It is great resource to find dog shows in your area, look up judges, and see results of local dog shows. Check out their site
- Onofrio Dog Shows
Much like MB-F, Onofrio is one of the largest dog superintendents in the country. Onofrio is superintendent for shows in the Southeast and Mid-South (TN, AL,MS,LA, and TX).
- Rau Dog Shows
Rau Dog Shows is one of the dog superintendents for shows in the Mid-Atlantic states and NorthEast. They have been used at the RRCUS National show several times.
- Roy Jones Dog Shows
Roy Jones Shows is one of the dog superintendents for shows in the Mid-Westetn states. They also have been used at the RRCUS National show.
AKC Clubs and Training Facilities
- Therapy Dog International
We train our dogs to be Therapy Dogs if they have the correct temperment. The orgainizaton we use is Therapy Dog International, Desmond and Landry are Therapy Dogs with Daisy a Therapy Dog in training. Take a look at their web site to see how to become a Therapy Dog in your area.
- Diggs for Dogs
Diggs for Dogs is the kennel we use for our dogs when we are out of town. They are small kennel located outside High Point that give execellent care to the dogs. They also have an area where the dogs can run and play outside.
- Lucky's Pet Resort
Lucky's is a larger kennel conveniently located near to the Greensboro Triad airport. They have some larger rooms where you cns watch your dog and your dog and watch "Doggie TV". They also have play time and other programs to make it feel like a doggie spa.
- Creekside Aniamal Clinic
Creekside Animal Clinic is an AAHA-accredited veterinary medical practice, located in Mebane, NC. Dr. Swanner and his staff are well educated on dog and cats. He also has expereince in working with Show Dogs. My wife and I make the extra drive to have our pets examined by Dr. Swanner and his staff.
- Sanford Animal Hospital
When it comes to canine reproductive services, Sanford Animal Hospital is our vet of choice. Dr. Settle is known around the country as some canine reproductive experts. We have used them for shipping frozen semen, artificial insemination, and other services. They are located in Sanford, NC which is convenient to both TRIAD and TRIANGLE area of North Carolina
- Nature's Emporium
When it comes to canine reproductive services, Sanford Animal Hospital is our vet of choice. Dr. Settle is known around the country as some canine reproductive experts. We have used them for shipping frozen semen, artificial insemination, and other services. They are located in Sanford, NC which is convenient to both TRIAD and TRIANGLE area of North Carolina
- All Pets Considered
All Pets Considered is Locally Owned & Operated in Greensboro, North Carolina since 1992. They offer Pet Food, Pet Supplies, Gifts, and Full Service Grooming. It is great place to meet dog friendly people.
- Nature's Variety Prarie
We also use Nature's Variety to feed to our dogs. We use the Chicken Meal almost exclusively to feed to our dogs. It must have done some good as Desmond won SELECT DOG at the 2017 RRCUS National show.
- Blue Ridge Beef
We also use raw food to feed to our dogs. We get this raw food from Blue Ridge Beef. The web site will give you locations where you can purchase raw Blue Ridge Beef for your dog
- Take the Lead
Take The Lead provides direct services, support and care for people in the sport of purebred dogs who suffer the devastation of life-threatening or terminal illness
- Snoozer Dog Beds
We get our dog beds from Snoozer Dog Beds. The beds are made in USA (Greeneville, SC). They have great products, and it helps that I used to work with the VP of Marketing for Snoozer Dog beds. If sign up for their newletter right now, you will receive 15% of your first purchase.
