Heath Ridge Rhodesian Ridgebacks, lovingly nurtured in Kent

Hi I’m Jo

My love for Rhodesian Ridgebacks began when I was a teenager and has only increased since.

Our Rhodesian Ridgebacks are loved and nurtured in our family country home in the Kent countryside.

We are not a kennel and all our crew of 8 Ridgebacks live harmoniously together in our house.

Our dogs are all Kennel Club registered, hip and elbow scored, and JME (Juvenile Myoclonic Epilepsy) clear.

Please get in touch via email or phone regarding future litters.

Read our story

Our Ridgebacks

We have eight Ridgebacks in our family home based in the Kent countryside.

Their temperaments are outstanding and we encourage all our potential puppy owners to visit and meet our pack prior to any decisions being made.

We are deeply proud of all of our dogs and their calm and chilled out natures – something we hear time and time again from our puppy owners.

Rhodesian Ridgebacks make the most fantastic family pets and we can offer support throughout their entire lives.

We feel that the way we raise them is the way anyone buying a puppy would want their pup raised.

We expose them to daily handling, household noises, our other dogs and resident geriatric Siamese cat, and when old enough, to our horses over the fence.

This is the way that we believe all dogs should be raised and loved.

What people say about us

Dave is beautiful inside and out

If you are considering a Rhodesian Ridgeback, we can not recommend Jo and her dogs highly enough. Read more “Dave is beautiful inside and out”

Wayne, Lincolnshire

Not only are they absolutely stunning to look at, they have the most beautiful temperaments!

I’m a behaviourist and the girls assist me almost daily in making fearful dogs more comfortable around other dogs. Read more “Not only are they absolutely stunning to look at, they have the most beautiful temperaments!”

Helen and Lee, Shropshire

Rua is a truly stunning dog with the most beautiful temperament

I really cannot recommend Jo highly enough! Thank you so much for bringing me the little light of my life! Read more “Rua is a truly stunning dog with the most beautiful temperament”

Tara, Aberdeen

It was clear that she is a breeder of the utmost integrity

If I decide to have another Ridgeback in a couple of years, Jo will be who I will be contacting. Read more “It was clear that she is a breeder of the utmost integrity”

Steven, London

Jo’s Rhodesian Ridgebacks are most certainly the Navy Seals of dogs

Not only are Jo’s dogs beautiful they have the most wonderful of temperaments they are loyal loving and laid back Read more “Jo’s Rhodesian Ridgebacks are most certainly the Navy Seals of dogs”

Theresa, Essex

We were delighted to find Jo and her incredible Ridgebacks

Jo has a wealth of experience and knowledge and her love for her dogs and their progeny is obvious Read more “We were delighted to find Jo and her incredible Ridgebacks”

Sarah, Kent

Actual caring and dedicated breeders were, and still are harder to find

Jo genuinely cares who will be parenting her pups, and that they fully understand that is what they will be – parents! Read more “Actual caring and dedicated breeders were, and still are harder to find”

Sharon, London

As soon as we walked through Jo’s front door, we knew we were at the right place!

We have a chaotic but harmonious home and I would (already have) recommend Jo in a heartbeat Read more “As soon as we walked through Jo’s front door, we knew we were at the right place!”

Luke, Kent

These dogs were beautiful, so well behaved and calm

Only 5 months old and she is beautifully behaved, loyal, fun and the most amazing company. Read more “These dogs were beautiful, so well behaved and calm”

Andy, London

Get in touch with us

If you feel a Rhodesian Ridgeback may suit your family and lifestyle, please get in touch to find out about our future litters via email or phone call.

Please do not text - they are our precious dogs and it is important to us to chat and preferably meet if logistically possible.

We feel this is vitally important for all concerned and is in the best interests of the puppy and their future owner’s to gauge whether this is the breed for them.

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Call us

julietwithmenagerie

12:00 22 Aug 25

I have had ridgebacks from both of Jo’s fabulous boys and I would now never go to another breeder. I have had 3 before.

My entire boys live happily with my older castrated ridgeback who is the boss and they all adhere to the cats rule policy the cats have implemented.

My youngest one is from Brutus’s first litter. I adore all of my dogs with their different personalities but Joost has been the easiest! He is the most perfect gentlemen including with other dogs, happy to say hello but not too bothered. If someone wants to play he will play at what ever level he senses they are happy with.

He will happily walk past people whilst he is off lead and not even look at them.

He is super eager to please so very obedient and training has been so easy. I know it’s not a usual ridgeback trait but goodness me it’s wonderful! He keeps on eye on you on walks and keeps coming back to check looking up with a big dolphin smile.

He is very cuddly whether it’s with us or the other dogs.

I think the combination of the genes, the parents nature and those first few weeks with Jo cannot be beaten. As I said I would not get a ridgeback pup from anyone else now.

Sue Reid

11:39 10 Aug 25

Jo and her dogs are amazing, and I couldn’t be happier with my gorgeous sweet Ridgeback puppy Lulu (now 3 1/2 months old). The Heath Ridge Ridgebacks are exceptionally lovely inside and out. Lulu approaches the world (in London) with such curiosity and joy. She’s a quick learner, and a champion snuggler too. Cannot wait for so many adventures ahead with this beautiful girl!

Helen Harris

10:06 24 Jul 25

We now have four Ridgebacks from Jo & Marcus, ranging from 8yo to 8mo and we couldn’t be happier!
The girls have the most amazing temperament and everyone we meet absolutely falls in love with them 💕
Jo is always at the end of the phone for anything & provides amazing support but chances are you won’t need it because her dogs are pretty perfect in every way 🙏🏻
Thanks again Jo & Marcus for entrusting us with these wonderful girls, they are the light of our lives 🧡
Helen & Lee xx

Gemma Nurse

07:29 19 Jul 25

From the outset Jo and Marcus have been superb. As first time Ridgeback owners we found Jo couldn't have been more helpful with her information and made the whole process both enjoyable and straightforward.

We received numerous photos and videos throughout and since picking up our beautiful pup she has been checking in and has been there to answer any silly questions we have.
All her dogs are stunning with such nice natures and this of course means our little girl has the same wonderful genes.
Highly recommend them and couldn't be happier with the level of service and they are also just down to earth nice people and it's been a pleasure. Thanks so much, Gem, Nick & kids.

Glen Brett

18:14 09 Jul 25

I can’t recommend Jo enough to anyone thinking about adding a Rhodesian Ridgeback to their family. Starting from speaking to Jo when we were researching the breed, to meeting her wonderful dogs in person and then getting our boy. We always felt we could ask as many questions as we liked. And we couldn’t be happier with our boy in both his appearance (for which we get lots of compliments ) and his temperament, he’s a true family dog.

Louise Bonner

13:28 02 Jul 25

After much consideration in getting a second dog and deciding on what breed would be suitable for me, I decided that the Rhodesian Ridgeback would be the perfect companion.

Having done some lengthy research and reaching out to many breeders up and down the country, I finally found Jo at a point at which I was feeling rather overwhelmed. From our first phone call, she completely put me at ease and after a lengthy conversation, I then arranged to meet Jo at her home in Kent. We were greeted by the most wonderful and beautiful dogs, with the sweetest of temperaments and was totally bowled over by how friendly, well behaved and kind natured all of her dogs were.

Jo’s knowledge of the breed is second to none. Her loving and caring attention to not only her own dogs, but every litter, gave me the confidence knowing I had met the right person. She is always a phone call away to offer advice if needed. I now have a beautiful and much loved handsome boy, who turned 2 in May this year. He brings me so much joy and is my constant companion. We often get approached when we are out and about by people saying how beautiful and well behaved he is. I plan to get a girl in the very near future so if you are looking to get a Rhodesian Ridgeback, I would absolutely recommend Jo.

Susanne Simons

11:28 29 Jun 25

We’ve had a german shepherd and a Rhodesian ridgeback from Jo over the years.
Both are beautiful dogs with fantastic temperaments. Both had been well socialised as puppies in a domestic environment which i think makes a big difference. Jo is very calm approachable and supportive and her dogs are a credit to her.Definitely our go-to breeder!

paul jordan

13:42 31 May 25

Both my girls have come from heath ridge Rhodesian ridgebacks- it was important to me that they came from a family home environment as I have a young son.
their temperament is amazing and I’m always complemented on how well behaved they are! Look after them and they will look after you they’re such gentle souls.

Jo certainly knows the breed well and is always on hand for any information should you need it ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Paul Newman

17:31 30 May 25

We were lucky enough to find Jo when looking for a dog. She gave us advice about Ridgebacks without pressuring us. She took time to answer questions and gave us sound advice.
I was convinced early on that I wanted a dog from her line.
Margaux is now 3 years old and has been an absolute pleasure. She is the kindest soul, loyal, loving, obedient, calm and playful. She is a pleasure to have around and is a demonstration of Jo‘s wonderful breed line.
A testament to Margaux's calm nature is that she is a blood donor at the Royal Veterinary College and dispite no formal training she has made multiple visits to universities and a care homes.
I would highly recommended speaking to Jo and meeting her dogs if you are even considering a Ridgeback. You won't regret getting one of her dogs.

Tracy Gillett

11:33 23 May 25

We were amazed that on our first meeting, that all the dogs 8 of them sat/laying calmly on their sofas.. and we was astounded by their calmness and good nature which turned out to be breed through out the pack!
We found Jo to be extremely knowledgeable of this breed, and shared a wealth of experience as she has been breeding for many years.
Jo has her principles and procedures which shone a bright light through out our time spent with her.
Our day was arranged to go and pick out our puppy girl where we meet all the girl puppies only, and their was one other couple choosing
their girl puppy too.. although we wanted to see the boy puppies unfortunately they had all been allocated before us, but fortunately our beautiful Marmalade is the most amazing dog you could wish for! And Jo has always been there if we needed her for any advice or help.
She is an amazing person and loves all her dogs and runs a successful business, plus we have recommended her to other people.
Carrying on as long as possible to keep
Providing these beautiful dogs!! X