Broholmer
VS
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Broholmer vs Rhodesian Ridgeback
Compare Broholmer and Rhodesian Ridgeback side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Broholmer
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
65 – 75 cm
61 – 69 cm
Weight
40 – 70 kg
31 – 36 kg
Life expectancy
10 – 13 years
9 – 15 years
Child friendly
4/5
3/5
Energy level
3/5
5/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
2/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
2/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Broholmer
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Rhodesian Ridgeback
High energy
Low grooming
Quiet
Large
Summary
About Broholmer
The Broholmer is a large, calm Danish mastiff-type guardian, devoted to its family and home. Steady, watchful, and typically gentle, it needs moderate exercise, mental stimulation, and close companionship. Still rare outside Scandinavia, breeding emphasizes health and stable temperament.
About Rhodesian Ridgeback
The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a powerful, athletic African hunting dog with a distinctive ridge of reverse-growing hair. Loyal and affectionate with family but reserved with strangers, it needs ample daily exercise, consistent positive training, and suits active, experienced owners.
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