Rangkira Bernese Mountain Dogs

27/12/2023

Just love getting updates of our pups having holidays with their humans. Hugo is enjoying a break on the river, camping out and playing in the water really make for a happy dog. He’s a big handsome guy with a heart of gold💛 and because Jess and Oliver have put in the time and effort in his early learning he can join them on their holidays and just live the outdoor life.

23/12/2023

Hmmm ‘food’ for thought those who choose processed foods for their dogs!

*my dogs are fed fresh food. Occasional processed food used for training treats but chosen wisely

Marketing is a funny thing.

Did you know that much of a veterinarians nutrition education if funded by:
🧆 Hills Pet Nutrition “Science Diet”, owned by Colgate-Palmolive
🧆 Royal Canin, owned by Mars
🧆 Purina Veterinary Diets, owned by Nestle

Big companies such as these fund veterinarian University education. They fund “research” with a bias skew to promote their brand’s product “effectiveness”. And unless a veterinarian does their own nutritional research, much of their ongoing education is provided by sales reps who have vested interest in stocking prescription diets on clinic shelves.

Don’t let marketing fool you. Vibrant packaging, pictures of colourful fresh foods, a bag of dry food with a picture of your dog on the front, the words “organic”, “holistic” and even “prescription”… there is little to no regulation around these. Always turn the bag over, read the ingredients and calculate the carbohydrate quantity which the nutrition information often won’t tell you upfront.

How to calculate:

Protein + Fat + Moisture + Ash, then subtract 100 = Carbohydrates

“Complete and Balanced” is a term required for processed foods. Raw and fresh foods don’t have to be labeled this to be sold. These words are also not regulated for fresh foods like they are processed foods - select your pre made raw wisely and always apply your knowledge.

If you truely want to know what’s in your dogs bowl, how high quality the ingredients are, how ethically they are sourced and their freshness, make your dogs food at home. With a little knowhow, this is possible for everyone to do 🙏

Dietary balances 👇

Ancestral feeding - learn how via Dr Ian Billinghurst here https://www.billinghurst.institute/a/2147722332/5G5kvLte

Ratio feeding - learn how here https://perfectlyrawsome.com/raw-feeding-knowledgebase/biologically-appropriate-raw-food-barf-adult-dogs/

Nutritionally balanced (NRC) diets
- Get a consult here https://www.intuitive-healing-hub.com/nutrition
- Download a free recipe here - https://www.intuitive-healing-hub.com/free-content
- Purchase a recipe here - https://www.intuitive-healing-hub.com/recipe-database
- Use software such as Pet Designer Diet to create your own
- Formulation Course via The Possible Canine here https://thepossiblecanine.com/course/canine-diet-formulation-full-certificate-course

22/12/2023

We got the best Christmas Present today with a message saying Fergi (Rangkira Moon Spike) from our 3rd litter returned fantastic Hip and Elbow scores 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
It so important to us that as many pups get screened to ensure not just the breeding dogs are sound and have good joint health.
Katelyn and Matt have done an amazing job raising this girl and ensuring she has the best care and all the love in the world.

08/12/2023

Pretty much

😁😲😜😂

28/11/2023

So very proud of this big guy and his people Jess and Oliver. Hugo is a big guy and he is extremely active just like is sister Audrey 😉
Always doing their best for him and asking when they weren’t sure he’s growing into a healthy sound boy. So comforting as a breeder to know you picked the perfect family for the individual dog and their needs.
Thanks Jess and Oliver for supporting me and conducting Hugo’s screening so I know or breeding choices are on the right track thus far.

09/11/2023

So so proud of this kid!
Audrey (Ch Rangkira Storm Talon) now officially has an SWN after her name 🥳
Such a great feeling to know you Bred, Own and Trained a pup to not only do well in the show scene but to also prove they have brains to get a working style title 👏🏻
Achieving Novice level proves she understands the game and now we will see how she holds up in the next level.
My three girls Tilda, Edwina and Audrey (All now have their SWN) all love scentwork which is evident in the energy and noise at our house when they know I’m setting up some training.
I may have slowed individual progress by trialling 3 dogs at the same time but hey we are loving it so it really doesn’t matter 😉

06/10/2023

Audrey @ 17 months. So very happy with this girl.

09/08/2023

09/08/2023

So very happy to say Audrey (CH Rangkira Storm Talon) has recently been in for her Hip/ Elbow screening X-rays with Dr Steve and the Amazing staff at Gawler Animal Hospital.
Over the moon with her results as the journey thus far with Auds has been challenging. She’s a runner a jumper and basically never sits still.
Many heartfelt Thanks to Dana from Montchalet Bernese for allowing Griffin do be the Sire of this litter and her ongoing friendship and support.

18/06/2023

Nothing makes a breeder happier than getting gorgeous update pics of their babies living their best lives!
Freya (Rangkira La Ruinette) and Montgomery (Rangkira Dark Quill) relaxing at home.

10/05/2023

So just like that they turn 1 😱 The Kirby x Griff litter are celebrating today with their families 🥳👏🏻🐾🎂
Such a pretty bunch of furry kids. Truly blessed with a fabulous group of people to be families for my babies. All of them have stayed in touch and the ones able have visited and when needed asked advise and opinions. I 100% know I made the right choices for these cherubs. Have a great day everyone and just remember, we will never stop loving you all 🥰😘🥳

07/05/2023

You know what makes your day as a breeder? When your puppy owners take time out of their day to visit and you get to see your babies and how they are growing up!
We had the best time today with Amy and Jake who bought Poppy and Georgie to visit. After the initial mad minute all the girls settled down and enjoyed each other company 🥰🐾☺️

22/04/2023

Happy 4th Birthday to our first Rangkira litter Kirby x Nash.
I know you are all cherished by your families and will get spoilt today to celebrate how amazing you are. Tilda started the day with some special treats on her breakfast and a new float coat for swimming…..funny how as you get older your gifts become practical.

We love you so much Tilda! Our funny quirky girl who is so clever and sensible (most of the time 🤭) but can melt hearts when she accepts you to be her friend. You’ve taught me so much and I just love how you’ve taken all the new things onboard and in my eyes excelled.

08/03/2023

Tell me how this is comfortable 🤭 she still thinks she’s a little baby 😂

24/02/2023

Audrey, Rangkira Storm Talon @ 9 months of age…..love my cheeky girl

31/01/2023

Nice update pic of the handsome Hugo at almost 9 months. Being a big boy it’s important that he’s kept lean and given just the right amount of controlled exercise. Hugo’s people are doing an amazing job with this young man.

30/01/2023

I grind my almonds, pepitas and sunflower seeds in a NutriBullet using the grinder attachment. Do enough for about a week and feed on their food daily.

𝟯 𝗕𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗙𝗜𝗧𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗘𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗟𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗗𝗢𝗚

🥜 Almonds are a good source of healthy fats and protein, which can help to maintain a healthy coat and skin, and support muscle development. Almonds are also rich in vitamin E, which is an antioxidant that can help to protect cells from damage, and support the immune system. A study published in the Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition found that almonds were able to improve the quality of the coat and skin in dogs.

🥜 Almonds are also a good source of magnesium, potassium and calcium, which can help to maintain strong bones and teeth. These minerals also help to regulate muscle and nerve function, blood pressure and blood sugar levels. A study published in the Journal of Veterinary Research and Development found that feeding almonds to dogs led to a significant increase in bone density.
🥜 Almonds are also a good source of dietary fiber, which can help to promote healthy digestion and bowel regularity. Fiber can also help to reduce the risk of obesity and diabetes. A study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that almonds were able to help to improve the overall health of the gut microbiome in dogs.

✅ Nuts need to be broken down in order to be absorbed by your dog, so you will need to either grind them down or soak them overnight and smoosh them. I personally use a cheap coffee/spice grinder.

✅ I often hear that almonds are a choking risk. I'm not sure where that came from but if are then so are many dog treats around the same size! Perhaps someone gave a little dog one and it was problematic, who knows?! But giving whole almonds to dogs isn't beneficial as they need to be broken down first 🙂

02/01/2023

This one is pretty full of herself 😂🤭😉
Audrey - Rangkira Storm Talon

29/12/2022

Today the Sire of our last litter Griffin (CH Montchalet Legendary Creature) was awarded BEST IN SHOW under Judge Mr Nigel Trainor (NZ)
We are so very pleased for his Breeder/ Owner and Handler Dana. There is something really special about their bond and it’s a fantastic feeling to have these lovely well deserved successes with a dog you bred.
Griffin is maturing really nicely and we are so proud to have his progeny to be able to strengthen our lines and hopefully have a couple of girls to breed from in the future.

25/12/2022

Some gorgeous Christmas Pics coming in today of our Griffin litter and a couple of the Swiss Mountain litter. Just love seeing them and how beautiful they are all growing and have so much love from their families…it’s all we want for them 🥰

17/12/2022

Just love getting photos of our puppies from their owners.
Hugo is 7.5 months and such a handsome boy!
He’s looking forward to his first Christmas 🎅🏼

02/12/2022

Victoria has many more dog shows than SA 😉
While we take a break waiting for some more shows awesome things are happening with Montchalet Bernese in Victoria.

Yesterday Dana stepped out with Griffin (Montchalet Legendary Creature) and Tilba (Montchalet Ever So Clever)
Griff taking out Best of Breed, Intermediate in Group & Runner up in Group 6 🥳
Tilba was awarded Best Australian Bred in Group 6 and onto Best Aust Bred in Show 👏🏻🥳
Griffin and Tilba Share the same Dam.

We are so happy for Dana and her show team. Always beautifully presented and well behaved.

Griffin is the Sire of our Audrey and her siblings and he is maturing so beautifully 🥰

22/11/2022

Today we received our results of Audrey’s (Rangkira Storm Talon) first lot of health testing.
It’s important to us to test our dogs intended for breeding in the future. These DNA tests check her status for DM (Degenerative Myopathy, both exons) and VWD1 (Von Willebrands) a hereditary bleeding disorder. We are happy with her results and these will help make sound breeding choices in the future. This is the start of testing boxes we need to tick. We will also get clearances for heart, eyes and hips and elbows.
If your breeder cant offer proof of these clearances you need to question why 🤔
Picture of Auds just because she is cute 😊

14/10/2022

This 🙌🏻

14/10/2022

14/10/2022

Just a cracker stud dog 🤷🏼‍♀️

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08/10/2022

This just explains exactly how I feel about Bernese. Until you’ve had one you just don’t get it. There is no other dog for me 🥰