If, during the required check up of up to twenty-six months from birth, your veterinarian positively diagnosis the animal as having a birth deformation of, Dermoid Sinus, Demodectic Mange (Generalized NOT Localized), and or Hip Dysplasia. A statement signed by the examining veterinarian indicating the date and findings of the examinations. We retain the right to a second opinion by our own veterinarian and in case of contradicting results, findings of the latter will prevail.

After these qualifications have been met, you may choose a replacement pup (of equal value), buyer pays shipping, from any of our litters subject to availability, paying the difference in price if you desire a more expensive puppy. NO CASH REFUNDS ARE GIVEN. Your replacement puppy will receive a warranty guarantee as the previous puppy. Our guarantee does not include poisoning, accidents, neglect, malnutrition, abuse, or behavioral problems, as training philosophies and environments vary amongst individuals, your guarantee and warranty apply to the three naming genetic defects of; Dermoid Sinus, Demodectic Mange and Hip Dysplasia.

In the unlikely event that a Lionhounds Rhodesian Ridgeback is suspected of being dysplastic in it’s twenty-six months, this is the procedure to follow:

After these qualifications have been met, you may chose a replacement pup (of equal value) from any of our litters, subject to availability. If you paid a pet price of $1200 to $1500. You will receive a pup within that range of which you paid. Paying the difference in price if you desire a more expensive puppy (as our prices do change occasionally). (Buyer pays shipping) NO CASH REFUNDS ARE GIVEN. Your replacement puppy will receive a full guarantee as the previous puppy. We recommend that that within a period of 48 hours (during normal business days), beginning 12:00 a.m. CST the day following the date of sale, to have said animal examined by a veterinarian of his choice who is familiar with the Rhodesian Ridgeback in order to certify the health of said animal. The examination is at the New Owner's expense. Your new pup has been vet checked within 2 to 5 days of shipping and has received an excellent bill of heath. If being shipped, your pup has been thoroughly checked by a licensed veterinarian for; Dermoid Sinus, mange, umbilical Hernia, Cryptorchidism in males, parasites and any present or apparent illnesses, any findings will be made aware to the purchaser. New Owner agrees to establish a booster vaccination program and heartworm preventative program with their veterinarian on their first visit. We, as the Seller have already supplied the first puppy shot and at least one worming to your pup (as noted in your health record which was given to you at the time of purchase). We require you to keep your pup on a regular vaccination schedule and routine worming by a licensed Vet. In the event that you do your own vaccinations, you must use the “peel off label system vaccination type”. You must save all labels on vaccinations from the vials. They must not have exceeded the expiration date upon use. If you do your own worming, you must obtain a fecal exam from your vet. You must keep all records of parasites and wormings.

Your puppy and it’s mother have been on a very important Supplement called NuVet Plus. Your puppy in the womb has had the advantage of developing strong bones and a healthy immune system. At birth, the puppies still receive NuVet through the mother’s milk until they are old enough to start eating and we add to their food until they are able to eat hard food and will gobble up NuVet as a fantastic treat! We HIGHLY recommend this supplement for ALL of our Rhodesian Ridgebacks. We have tried and tested it. We have had fabulous results in the growth of our puppies and adults as well as their health and development. Due to variations and quality of foods available, and that there is not a vaccine available for EVERY canine illness, we require and recommend that your puppy be on NuVet supplement, which is only available through breeders like Lionhounds. Your dog must be on this supplement for your health guarantee to be honored by us. This supplement is important for immune system, bone and cartilage development. This Nutritional Supplement is available only through breeder recommendation. You will be instructed concerning this when you take possession of your puppy. You will receive a 3 day sample pack of NuVet Plus in your puppy package. You are expected and required to maintain your puppy on NuVet Plus. You will want to have this supplement on hand before you arrive to pick up your puppy so there is no break in the puppy’s feeding/supplement routine. The order line phone number is: 1-800-474-7044. Your order code is #15808. The order line hours are 8am-6pm Pacific time. You may either order a month’s supply, a three month supply or a year supply. You’ll save money on the “auto-order program” which will also make sure you have a supply on hand if you forget to order when you run out (saves you the hassle!). NuVet Labs sends us a monthly report on which Lionhounds Rhodesian Ridgebacks are being supplemented with NuVet Plus Canine.