Owners: James and Brenda Hess
Australian Cattle Dog Kennel/ Breeder
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09/05/2025
Please read this! Super important information that could determine the health of your dog for the rest of their life.
In conclusion, this study shows that the risk of cranial cruciate ligament disease in dogs is linked to how long they are exposed to natural s*x hormones, and the relationship isn’t simple or linear. The highest risk was seen when females were spayed before about 1054 days (just under 3 years) and males before about 805 days (a little over 2 years). These results may help define what counts as “early” spay or neuter when it comes to cranial cruciate ligament disease risk.
Veterinary reproduction specialists now recommend hormone-preserving sterilization: preventing unwanted litters & less risk of torn cruciates.
09/04/2025
Need help making decisions about your pet’s supplements and food. I can help. I am Certified Holistic Pet Health Coach. DM me for more info.
You’ve tried the basics...NSAIDs💊, joint supplements🌱, maybe even physical therapy...but your pet is still limping, stiff, or uncomfortable.
Pain⚡️ relief is just the beginning. True healing means addressing underlying joint and spinal issues, protecting cartilage, and supporting long-term mobility.🦮
For long-term relief:
✅Tackle overlooked causes like elbow arthritis and lumbosacral (LS) disease
✅Support joints with regenerative medicine, acupuncture, rehab
✅Keep your dog lean and strong through targeted exercise
✅Using anti-inflammatory nutrition and gut-protective supplements
The goal isn’t just to manage pain, it’s to restore strength, protect healthy joints, and support long-term wellness.
Today at 12pm ET on the Inside Scoop, we are discussing the often-missed causes of persistent pain, especially elbow osteoarthritis and lumbosacral (LS) disease. These conditions can drastically impact your pet’s mobility and are frequently overlooked or misdiagnosed.
We’ll cover:
💊 NSAID pros, cons, and limits
🧬 Joint injections, PRP, stem cells, Arthramid & more
💉 Epidurals for spinal pain
🔉 Shockwave therapy (ESWT)
⚡️ Is that limp actually spinal pain?
We’ll break down when these therapies work, who they’re right for, and what outcomes to expect.
👉Comment SCOOPERS and we'll message you the link to join Inside Scoop, a Planet Paws monthly subscription group, where all live podcasts are available to watch at any time. Plus, over 5 years of content including: past live podcasts, interviews, ebook downloads, and more!
09/04/2025
What do you use to clean your home?
WHAT YOU USE TO CLEAN🧽 YOUR HOME ENDS UP INSIDE YOUR PET.🐶🐱
A groundbreaking study found that dogs and cats were contaminated with 48 out of 70 tested industrial chemicals — and 43 of those were at higher levels than in humans. We're talking chemicals from cleaning products, air fresheners, flame retardants, lawn treatments, and more—many linked to cancer, hormone disruption, and DNA damage.
🐾 Our pets can’t escape the air they breathe or the floors they walk on. But we can reduce what they're exposed to.
💡 Here’s what you can do:
✅ Switch to non-toxic cleaners (see recipe below!)
✅ Avoid synthetic air fresheners & products that list "fragrance" on the label
✅ Look for pet products free from fire retardants & stain-proofing chemicals
✅ Clean with your pet in mind—because they’re breathing it all in
✨ Try our pet-safe, DIY cleaner:
3 drops castile soap
1 cup filtered water
½ cup rubbing alcohol (70%)
(Optional: 2–3 drops lemon or bergamot essential oil)
Mix in a glass spray bottle and clean on with peace of mind.
🛑 Want more DIY, pet-safe cleaning recipes + natural home fragrance ideas? They’re all inside our NY Times bestselling book, The Forever Dog LIFE...your go-to guide for creating a healthier, toxin-free home for you and your pets. 🐾✨
👉 Comment FOREVERDOG below and we’ll DM you the link to grab your copy! Your dog’s longer, healthier life starts at home. Let’s make it a safe one. 💚💚
09/02/2025
09/01/2025
Wishing you and your furry family a safe and fun weekend.
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We have been raising Australian Cattle Dogs since 1998. Unfortunately we found that most of the Cattle Dogs in our area have health problems due to poor breeding and decided that we wanted to change that.
We have spent a significant amount of time seeking out the best kennels across the nation.
We make sure that our breeding stock have good blood lines and are fully health tested. It is important to us that we raise beautiful healthy dogs with good personalities and working drive. Even if you are not looking for a working dog, it should still have the right traits and drive.
All of our dogs are treated like family and are handled daily. We take a little bit different approach to feeding and healthcare than most breeders. We don’t just look at the cost of care, we look at the quality first and foremost. All of our dogs are insured through Trupanion and each puppy from a litter will come with limited benefits.
Here at the Rundown Ranch we only feed raw diets once the puppy reaches 12 months of age. During the transition from mother’s milk to raw, we feed a combination of a top quality natural kibble and raw food. Even their treats and bones are important. We found a quality commercial treat that consists of only 5 natural ingredients with no colors or fillers. And you can always find a raw beef bone or two (or three or more) laying around for them to gnaw. Bones provide important nutrients from the marrow and help keep their teeth clean and white. They also help prevent chewing on the wrong things. Like people, dogs need additional vitamins and supplements. Cattle dogs are active and require joint care from an early age to minimize arthritis and joint related issues. We regularly do blood work to monitor their overall health. Our dogs are in excellent condition and it shows in their coats and annual exams.
In our puppy program, we de-worm and vaccinate, but we don’t overdo either. We make sure all early vaccinations are done in a timely manner, but we do titers after that. Over vaccination has become a common practice in veterinary clinics and with that comes additional problems. If you are not familiar with titers, below is a good definition. We believe in a more holistic approach to veterinary care and we feel our dogs benefit greatly from that. It will be your choice to continue with our program and you should work with your vet to make those choices for your puppy once they join your family. We’d be happy to share more information about our program, just drop us a message.
Titers accurately assess protection to the so-called “core” diseases (rabies, distemper, parvovirus, and hepatitis in dogs), enabling veterinarians to judge whether a booster vaccination is necessary. All animals can have serum antibody titers measured instead of receiving vaccine boosters.
Visit our website for more information on testing and sales info such as pricing, deposits and guarantee.
