Supernova Ridgebacks

Raised by Deborah H.

Certified Breeder of Rhodesian Ridgebacks

  • 3 club memberships
  • 80% response rate • Responds within a few days

Meet the breeder

I'm the breeder behind Supernova Ridgebacks located in Cornish, NH. I raise AKC champion Ridgebacks, using Puppy Culture, that has extensive health screens, sound temperments and meet the standard. They come first as my companions and are treated as such. It is important for me to find families that will love their puppy as much as I do.

Deborah’s experience

  • About Deborah

    I am a veterinary technician for a clinic in VT. I have 3 Rhodesian ridgebacks who are a part of the family. Nala is 10 her daughter Nova is 4 and her daughter Lyra is almost 2. I show my girls in conformation, am trying out lure coursing and hoping to do agility soon as well. Nova is a Champion and 1 point from her grand championship, her daughter Lyra is 1 major shy of her championship.

  • What makes Deborah’s program special

    My dogs are a huge part of my life, always have been. They come first as my companions and if I am lucky enough to have a litter with them, that's wonderful. I offer lifetime support to all my puppy homes. I want to always know how my dogs are doing.

  • Deborah is a member of 3 clubs

    Rhodesian Ridgeback Club of the United States , Woodstock Dog Clud, New England Rhodesian Ridgeback Club

Getting a puppy from Deborah

Deborah 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.

Price

Puppy prices range from $2,000 - $3,500.

“Ridgeless are $2000, companion quality are $3000 and show quality are $3500. ”

Contract and health guarantee

Deborah 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 Deborah 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 Deborah directly.

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What's included

Enrichment and socialization

I follow Puppy Culture.

Puppy health practices

I am a veterinary technician so my puppies have several vets looking after them from the day they are born. They will have their first set of vaccines at 8 weeks, a wellness exam, fecal and will have been de-wormed twice.

Extras

We send our puppies home with AKC Registration, Blanket with Littermates Scent, Blanket with Mom's Scent, Food Starter Bag, Microchip, Puppy Starter Kit, Toy with Littermates' Scent, Toy with Mom's Scent, and Vaccinations.

Bringing your puppy home

Deborah offers options to help you easily get your new puppy home.

Pick up your puppy in Cornish, NH or nearby

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.

Get your puppy dropped off to you

Work with a trusted flight nanny or transporter to get your puppy comfortably dropped off at an airport or meeting point close to home.

More about Deborah

  • Why Deborah started breeding

    Growing up my parents bred Brittany Spaniels. I loved every moment of it. I have known since I was very young that I wanted to have my own breeding program.

  • Deborah has been a member of Good Dog for about 5 years

    Deborah was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.

  • Deborah’s links

Deborah is a trusted Good Dog breeder

Supernova Ridgebacks meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:

  • Responsible breeding practices
  • Health of breeding dogs and puppies
  • Puppy environment and enrichment
  • Buyer education and policies

Meet Deborah's parent dogs

All breeds

Rhodesian Ridgeback

Parent health testing

Rhodesian Ridgeback

Breeder-Reported Testing

Excellent level

Supernova Ridgebacks 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 Certification (CAER, 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 (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.

  • Patellar Luxation

    Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.

  • Thyroid (Autoimmune Thyroiditis, registered with OFA), Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Dentition

    A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.

  • Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy (JME), Early Adult Onset Deafness (EAOD), D Locus (Dilute) DNA test

    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).