The Unethical Reality of Balihara Ranch Kennel: Quantity Over Quality?

by | Apr 11, 2024

Introduction

Balihara Ranch kennel, nestled in the picturesque countryside, might seem like a haven for dog lovers. However, beneath its idyllic facade lies a darker truth. Let’s delve into the world of Swiss Mountain Dogs and other breeds bred at Balihara Ranch.

The Numbers Game

Swiss Breeds: Quantity Over Quality?

According to available data on the website of the local breeding club and based on the average lifespan of these breeds, Balihara Ranch kennel currently owns 67 adult dogs of all four Swiss Mountain Dogs. This number does not include young dogs waiting for breeding exams. In addition, the owner of Balihara Ranch kennel also owns other breeds. It produces more than 150 puppies per year. These delightful little companions bring joy to families, but at what cost? The sheer volume of puppies—150 per year—raises eyebrows. Are these pups raised with love or treated as mere commodities?

These majestic canines, known for their strength and loyalty, deserve a life beyond mere numbers. Yet, the kennel churns out puppies relentlessly, recognizably prioritizing quantity over the well-being of each individual dog. The breeding cycle and the number of dogs owned becomes a conveyor belt, leaving little room for genuine care and attention.

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Norfolk Terriers: A Side Business

The Balihara Ranch kennel’s owner wears multiple hats. Alongside Swiss Mountain Dogs, she breeds Norfolk Terriers.

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

The owner of Balihara Ranch cultivates the image of selling only to carefully vetted homes. In reality, she advertises en masse, sells through brokers, limits in-person contact and misleads buyers about why a proper visit isn’t allowed – and exports dogs without knowing who is on the receiving end. Can this still be called ethical breeding – or is it simply canine mass production?

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MYTH #4: “Carefully Planned Matings” vs. 6–8 Litters per Dam and Premature Breeding of Young Females

You can’t fake care. At Balihara Ranch, some females give birth up to eight times—whelping after four months, often before reaching the recommended age. Nearly 3,000 puppies have been born under the “carefully planned” breeding program overseen by the owner. Are we witnessing responsible breeding—or a relentless drive for production?

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