MYTH #6: “Puppies Only to Vetted Homes”? The Reality of Mass Advertising and Third-Party Sales

by | Jun 26, 2025

Balihara Ranch positions itself as an elite kennel in the canine world.

In reality, it operates as one of the most aggressive production lines in the business.

The owner of Balihara Ranch advertises the kennel as an exclusive breeder with exceptional dogs – crafting an image that suggests not just anyone can obtain a puppy.

But the reality is alarmingly different.

Over 600 Ads. One Year. Just Two Countries.

In 2022, Balihara Ranch published over 600 puppy listings. A deeper look is available in this section: https://balihararanch.review/advertising-read-first/

All within the Czech Republic and Slovakia.

Across dozens of online platforms – including platforms named “Quick Sale,” “Profit Advertising,” and “Black Market.”

On some of these websites, the owner of Balihara Ranch posted more than 25 listings per day.

And this is just from two countries.

Given that the owner of Balihara Ranch frequently sells abroad, it’s reasonable to assume that similar volumes exist in other regions as well.

From the sheer quantity and sales tactics, one thing is clear:

This isn’t about carefully selecting the right home.

It’s a desperate offloading of overproduced litters.

Testing the Waters: A First-Hand Experience

As part of our verification process, we placed a direct call to one of the listings.

“They instantly offered several puppies. No questions about us. No visit allowed – ‘too busy.’ Just send a deposit first. Then you can come.”

No screening.

No interest in future living conditions.

Just a quick transaction: money for a puppy.

As if they were merchandise – not living beings.

Export Abroad: Widespread Practice, Zero Oversight

Documented evidence shows that the owner of Balihara Ranch exports dogs on a large scale – often via third-party brokers and with no knowledge of who the dog ultimately ends up with. A deeper look is available in this articles: https://balihararanch.review/the-shocking-truth-about-balihara-ranch-kennel-probable-dog-trafficking-and-unethical-practices-part-i/ and https://balihararanch.review/the-shocking-truth-about-balihara-ranch-kennel-probable-dog-trafficking-and-unethical-practices-part-ii/

The signs of mass trade are clear:

  • Multiple littermates sold at once to a single buyer.
  • Dogs that were never registered with their new owners.
  • Females who were then bred repeatedly with no rest between litters.

This isn’t a coincidence.

It’s a system.

Dogs as Products, not as Family

An ethical breeder:

  • Knows and vets each buyer
  • Verifies where the puppy is going
  • Requires direct contact and a signed contract
  • Avoids bulk sales of puppies like discounted goods

The owner of Balihara Ranch:

  • Advertises on every platform available
  • Sells to anyone willing to pay
  • Delivers dogs at the gate like parcels
  • Prioritizes quick turnover above all else

FCI Explicitly Prohibits Sales Through Brokers

The Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) explicitly prohibits the sale of dogs through intermediaries or for commercial resale.

And yet, available export data clearly shows that this is precisely what is happening.

Some individuals acquired 4, 6, even 8 dogs from the Balihara Ranch owner at once.

Some imported littermates from the same breeding.

Many of these dogs were later used for large-scale breeding operations.

Conclusion: “Approved Homes” – Or Just First Come, First Served?

The facts speak for themselves:

  • 600+ listings every year.
  • Dogs shipped abroad with zero oversight.
  • Puppies handed over with no concern for their future.

This is not responsible breeding.

This is stock liquidation. Whoever pays first – gets the dog.

These findings are based on publicly accessible data, online ad listings, direct experience contacting the seller, and testimonies from individuals with first-hand experience with the breeder or her dogs.

Coming Up Next:

“Myth #7 – We Do It for Love” vs. the Financial Realities of a High-Volume Business

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