I'm the breeder behind Ridgeback Farm located in Mayfield, KY. Our dogs are bred with health and temperament. We strive to make the perfect match when it comes to our puppies. We know that dogs are family and we want to help you pick the best puppy that will fit into your family. We also live on a 13 acre organic farm, our dogs eat sleep and live beside us.
About Nicole
Eight years ago we moved to small rule town Kentucky to start an organic farm. We purchased our first Rhodesian and our vet encouraged us to think about a breeding program because he saw that we were such a great dog owners. We eat sleep and live with our dogs. My favorite thing to do is to work the farm beside my dogs and my children.
What makes Nicole’s program special
Our dogs nutrition is extremely important to me. Living on an organic farm, and working with our vet to ensure great nutrition is available for our family and our dogs. We also breed for health, temperament, and to preserve the breed.
Nicole is a member of a club
Paducah Kennel Club
Nicole’s certifications & recognitions
AKC Jr Handlers Award, AKC Championship Bloodline
Girl 3
Female • Went Home July 23, 2024
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Boy Four
Male • Went Home July 23, 2024
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Boy 2
Male • Went Home July 23, 2024
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Girl 5
Female • Went Home July 23, 2024
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Boy 1
Male • Went Home July 23, 2024
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Girl 2
Female • Went Home July 23, 2024
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Boy 3
Male • Went Home July 23, 2024
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Girl 4
Female • Went Home July 23, 2024
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Girl 1
Female • Went Home July 23, 2024
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Nicole has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies. You'll also have the chance to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for in a new companion. Together, you'll choose the puppy that's right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Puppy prices range from $1,200 - $2,000 and include a non-refundable deposit of $100.
“The price includes health guarantee, current vet wellness visit and shots, mothers scent rag, large bag of food. Potty trained pup. AKC registered. Limited AKC registration. Non-refundable payment.”
Nicole may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Nicole offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don’t hesitate to reach out to Nicole directly.
Our puppies are well-adjusted to a home environment and socialized with children and other dogs. We also use puppy culture methods to ensure wonderful well-adjusted dogs. I utilize the following enrichment methods: Socialized with other animals, Introduced to people of different ages and appearances, Socialized with other dogs, Daily handling, Scent introduction, Socialized in new places, Socialized with children, Surface & tactile stimulation, Car rides, Various sounds, Puppy Culture , Various Surfaces , Structures, e.g. Climbing, Chew, e.g. Bone, Toys, e.g. Ball, Household Desensitization, Sound Stimulation, Socialized with Cats, Socialized with Adult Dogs, Socialized with Children, neural stimulation, Litter Box Trained, Potty training, crate training, "No" Biting or Chewing, and Potty Training.
All puppies are vet checked and have had vaccinations before leaving our care.
We send our puppies home with Initial potty training, Puppy starter kit, Toys, Food & treats, Vet records, Basic obedience & manners, Registration, and Blanket with mom & littermates’ scent.
Nicole offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.
If you’re nearby, you can visit in person to pick up your pup. If you’re far away, you can travel by car or plane.
“We prefer to meet you at our home to pick up your puppy. ”
Why Nicole started breeding
Our vet suggested for us to become breeders because he saw we were such a good dog owners. He saw that potential in us and has been a great coach alongside us. He even help me create my own food for my dogs. We custom feed them according to their needs.
Nicole is a Preferred Good Dog Breeder
Preferred Breeders are recognized for their quick replies and exceptional buyer support.
Nicole has been a member of Good Dog for almost 2 years
Nicole was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2023.
Nicole’s program includes one color
Nicole’s Rhodesian Ridgeback puppies are lt whtn blk nose. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.
Ridgeback Farm meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
All breeds
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Keda
Keda is a female Rhodesian Ridgeback. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nicole decided to make her part of their program. Nicole has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Rhodesian Ridgeback
About Bullet
Bullet is a male Rhodesian Ridgeback. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nicole decided to make him part of their program. Nicole has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Good level
Ridgeback Farm reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Rhodesian Ridgebacks.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia Finals (OFA, BVA, SV, FCI)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Eye Examination (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Cardiac Evaluation (rDVM, not registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
DNA Disease Panel, Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A)
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Hear what other owners say about working with Nicole to bring home their puppies.
Eric R.
Aug. 2024
Nicole was really great and communicated with us weekly about our pup Copper. Any question we had, she answered immediately. She would send us pictures and videos with updates on our pup and all the...
Kaylen E.
Aug. 2024
Working with Nicole was the best experience. She was very knowledgeable on the breed and helped me to navigate getting ready to take home the puppy. He was in great hands with their family. I picked...