Maasaï — registered under the pedigree name Nakupenda Lubaya Asad — is a male Rhodesian Ridgeback born on June 28th, 2021, from a carefully selected Swiss lineage.
As a dual Swiss and South African national, he embodies a unique heritage shaped by two territories and two cultures. His name, Asad — “lion” in Swahili — reflects both his natural presence and the instinct that defines his breed.
With an imposing stature (70 cm at the withers and weighing 52 kg), Maasaï stands out through a calm, attentive, and perfectly controlled presence. Beneath this composed posture lie essential qualities: balance, intelligence, and a keen sense of observation.e
Background and training
Registered with the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) and the Swiss Cynological Society, Maasaï holds an official pedigree certifying the quality and authenticity of his origins.
Bred by Nakupenda, a kennel renowned for its rigorous selection, he inherits a set of strong natural dispositions: stability, robustness, and discernment.
He joined the firm on September 1st, 2021, in the role of defender. Since then, his development has been guided with rigor and continuity.
Maasaï continues his training at the DEBONS’chien school in Savièse, where he regularly refines his skills. This structured environment allows him to develop a precise balance between his natural instincts and the discipline required for his surroundings.s.
Experience
Historically, the Rhodesian Ridgeback is a hunting dog used to pursue large game, particularly lions, which it can track and corner with methodical precision.
From this heritage, Maasaï retains remarkable abilities: analytical capacity, constant vigilance, and a strong sense of positioning.
Endowed with a pronounced protective instinct, he knows how to demonstrate firmness when required, while maintaining perfect control of his behaviour.
Courageous and persistent, he combines power with restraint. Loyal, elegant, and intelligent, he embodies a presence that is both deterrent and reassuring.
Through these qualities, Maasaï fully reflects the values upheld by the firm and now stands as one of its ambassadors.