Raizn Ranch

12/09/2023

Hey Linden/ Jefferson Cameras are going up. Matt cleans the ditches weekly and we are very much sick of picking up your trash. Obviously we have a cheap repeat offender with their desire to drink crap beer and drive. Likely the local PD will be happy to get your license plate as well as your vehicle description. Keep your trash to yourself. Only warning that will be given.

11/24/2023

Can you find the real Kunekune?

You didn't? Good, because there isn't one in this group of photos. Yet, all of these pigs are being advertised in our area as Kunekune!

Some of the sellers will tell you they're mixed if you ask, but most people don't.

Just because it's a colored pig, doesn't mean it's a Kunekune.

Just because it's got wattles, doesn't mean it's a Kunekune.

Just because it's got a short snout, doesn't mean it's a Kunekune.

If they own multiple breeds, it doesn't mean it's a Kunekune (boars are sneaky).

A reminder before you rush out and buy winter and spring piglets.

Do your research before you buy. A good breeder will be happy to answer your questions regardless of whether you buy from them. They should also ask you questions as to what your intentions are should you purchase an animal from them. They know their stock and can recommend an animal that will meet your needs.

The piglets should be socialized. Even if it is going to be a meat pig, it should be socialized. It makes things safer for pig and buyer. It also means less adrenaline in your meat.

Kunekune are pasture pigs. If the piglets aren't not being fed hay, they may never eat it.

Keep in mind, you get what you pay for. When that animal fails to meet the ideal you have in mind the regret of purchasing the cheapest "Kunekune" you could will taste worse than boar taint.

09/02/2023

These girls just keep getting better and better

05/26/2023

Yesterday was the saddest day. Two of these sweet Raizn kids passed away. Just a few days ago we were all celebrating 9 years with our beloved heart dogs and yesterday two were ripped away from their families way to early.

I did everything I could to ensure healthy happy long lived dogs. They come from a history of relative longevity (for a boxer anyway). Their mom was my fourth bitch but the first I bred as she was the first to pass all my health testing requirements. Imported semen from NZ to bring in longevity, temperament and that adorably squishy face, short back and tight feet I adore. Never in a million years could I have anticipated this and as I’ve been entertaining getting a new girl to restart my program I was slammed into reality that this s**t sucks. You can do everything right. The best homes can do everything right. But no one can prevent what’s to be.

My heart is broken both as a breeder and a friend. Hold your four leggeds close. Even the healthiest of dogs can be stripped away by an ugly unknown monster that comes to take your kid when you least expect it.

Run free my kids. You were amazing. You were loved before that first ultrasound blip. You will never be forgotten and you enriched the lives of everyone you met.

To their moms. Thank you for loving them. Thank you for the endless photos and friendship. I am so sorry. So incredibly sorry.

04/28/2023

Raizn Boxers lost an icon yesterday. This boy right here was the dream come true. He had an amazing family for his entire life. His mother was from Italy. His father was from New Zealand. He was born in Alabama, traveled to Minnesota when he was three weeks old where he met his soon to be parents. He flew on a plane when he was just 8 weeks old. He traveled through out the country with his head out the window taking in all the sights and smells. He and his little sister moved from Minnesota to Colorado where they hiked and did all the cool dog things. It was a wonderful life filled with the best food and family. 9 years is not enough but when they were 9 (almost 10) amazing years… you just have to appreciate everything that was.

Rest in peace mr Wilson. You will never ever be forgotten

04/27/2023

Shhhh… tag your friends or don’t. But we got something mighty springy teed up for this weekends raffle.

04/24/2023

Happy 6th?!? (Where does the time go) Birthday to Felons first litter of monsters.

04/23/2023

And the aftermath of the photo shoot lol

04/23/2023

04/23/2023

Almost done w the spam But here’s more

04/23/2023

Holy crap more spam