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Rhodesian Ridgeback Dog — Clinical Risk Profile | VetTools | VetTools Clinical Intelligence

Rhodesian Ridgeback

DOG· LARGE· Lifespan: 10-12 years

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📋 Breed Predispositions

Condition	Prevalence	Onset	Severity	Screening
Dermoid Sinus	5-8%	Birth (congenital)	SEVERE	Palpate dorsal midline from occiput to tail in all puppies