Young Nico was the runt of the Gail x Jimmy litter. He contracted a terrible gastrointestinal disorder, stopped gaining weight and was in excruciating pain …all the while being picked on by the bigger pups. He was a wisp of a thing who grew more vulnerable every day.

Somehow, Nico recovered enough with the aid of dewormers and metronidazole to stabilize him. But he needed to be away pronto to a place where he would get dedicated love and care. In stepped Lucy & Jim, empty-nester grandparents with a micro-dairy in Massachusetts. They were JUST what little Nico needed: love and care in abundance.

Nico at the barn door

Nico with his blue eyes and winsome nature has thrived at the Herb Hill Micro Dairy. He is a shining example of the wonders humans can work with dogs.

Nico is healthy and incredibly happy following the geese and chickens around. Lucy is going to begin his sheep herding training shortly …something I never thought he would be healthy enough to do. Lucy believed in Nico and her optimism was not misplaced.

Nico and his geese and chickens

Just look at that form! Nico looks so engaged in Lucy’s video. He’ll be full-on ready for sheep.

All the 2024 pups from Thundering Paws Farm placed so far are immensely fortunate to have found superb new homes.

THANK YOU TO ALL THE 2024 NEW OWNERS WHO HAVE MADE HAPPY TRANSITIONS FOR YOUR PUPS TO THEIR NEW LIVES !!