LAKESIDE RHODESIAN RIDGEBACKS
Passion Becomes a Way of Life
Inspired by nature, devoted to our dogs. Living in harmony, growing together on the shores of Lake Lucerne.
- WHO WE ARE
Why we are not Owners but "Kahu's"
I used to live in Hawaii for a while, and there I learned the meaning of a Kahu. Living with your beloved furry friends was not about being the owner of your pet, but much more than that – you are their Kahu.
It has several meanings, all associated with a deep sense of responsibility and care. Among other things – guardian, protector, caregiver, and beloved companion.
Someone who is entrusted with the safekeeping and care of something valuable, often considered part of their soul.
- KAHU Story
Our Life. Our Pack. Our Story
We, Priska and Beat, live on a peninsula near Lucerne, Switzerland, with our LAKESIDE PACK on the shore of lake Lucerne surrounded by mountains, forests, vineyards, and lots of wildlife. It’s a magical place with lots of spirit, and there’s even a legend about hospitality and gratitude.
We are KAHU’s of the Lakeside Pack: Rhodesian Ridgeback Kijana Lion Daudi by George & Shurubu A-Team SCOTT by George, and Chief Cat Jason Momoa, Cowboy Cat Lane Frost & Old Grandpa Cat Felice.
Dogs have been part of my life since 1989. First, it was BALTO, a mixed-breed male dog who was a loving and very valuable companion and teacher for twelve years. After saying goodbye to BALTO, the beautiful Rhodesian Ridgeback Dancing with Lion’s JACK came to us, and our great passion for the breed – with its beautiful nature, athletic body, elegance, and presence – began.
With JACK, we enjoyed nine wonderful, fun, and adventurous years. He was sensational. Rhodesian Ridgebacks don’t go in the water? JACK loved to swim every day in summer, and he even came with us on the sailboat. He taught us that Rhodesian Ridgebacks are versatile and talented.
In 2020, we welcomed Mr GEORGE – Kijana Lion Daudi by George – into our lives, and since 2024, Surfer Boy SCOTTIE – Shurubu A-Team Scott by George – has made our lives happy and complete. We thank Houda Portier-Houri and Petra and Michael Bossard for entrusting us with these precious and beautiful boys.
- Location
- Kastanienbaum, CH
- Life on Lake Lucerne
- Mountains, forests, vineyards
- Two Ridgebacks & three cats
- Activities
A rich, shared daily life
George and Scott love their daily long walks and training – whether it’s mantrailing, running, biking, stand-up paddleboarding on the lake, doing search games, or ring training for dog shows. They live with us as full-fledged family members, accompany us everywhere, are well socialized, have regular contact with other dogs and people, and are good buddies with our three cats.
- MOMENTS