AKC describes a Renaissance hound whose hallmark is the ridge of backward-growing hair on the back, made famous in Africa for tracking and baying lions. The dog in your car is an athletic, dignified family dog.
Business Class
Males are 25 to 27 inches, females 24 to 26. Business Class works for one; a male who likes space can use First Class at $72. Two from one home pay $72 plus $61 there.
Sleek short coat
The coat is short, dense and glossy; the ridge is the only feature to mention. Shedding is 3 of 5 by AKC. A female at 70 pounds is $45 Short; a male at 85 is $50. Ask to confirm.
Hot-country hound
The breed came from southern Africa, but a Dixon July is hot at about 97 degrees (NOAA, Vacaville) and about 28 days a year top 100. Shade, water and the air-conditioned inside half are still used.
Energy and temperament
Energy is 3 of 5: steady rather than frantic. Ridgebacks can be reserved with strangers, so a calm check-in at the car works best. Walks are included.
Reserved with strangers
Ridgebacks can be aloof with new people. A calm intro at the car and a familiar blanket help.
Fences
A strong, fast hound needs secure handling. Staff use a leash between areas, and the large play areas are fenced.
What a stay costs
A 6-night stay in Business Class is 6 x $59 on the 2026 rates. A second dog from the same home is $50, and 14 nights or more is $53 a night; active military families pay that same reduced rate (the rate sheet does not list the two as combining; call 707-678-6600 to confirm).
Booking and hours
Drop-off and pick-up are every day, 7:30 to 11:30 AM and 2 to 5 PM. Check-out is by 11:30 AM, and an afternoon pick-up is half the nightly fee. Request a stay online or call 707-678-6600.
Costs and records
A week in Business is 7 x $59 = $413 on the 2026 rates; 14 nights or more is $53. Rabies, distemper/parvo and Bordetella records must be good through the last day, and your dog should be 16 weeks or older before the first day. Canine influenza is recommended but not required.