Hi there! I'm Nicole, the face behind Idaho Stockdogs. While I didn't grow up working livestock or dogs, I discovered this incredible way of life and can't imagine my life without Border Collies, horses, and livestock.

It all began when I met my spouse, who comes from a long line of cattle ranchers. As our relationship deepened, so did my appreciation for the rich heritage of working with livestock and the remarkable bond between humans and their loyal canine companions.

My journey into this world began with a stubborn yet loveable Blue Heeler named Bullet. Through trial and error we learned how to work livestock together and I knew I didn't want to stop there. I was bitten by the herding bug. A few years later I acquired my first Border Collie, Nitro, and with the helop of some amazing friends and mentors I was able to not only work him around the ranch, but we also began to compete together. I quickly fell in love with the lifestyle, the amazing dogs, and the sense of purpose that comes with

At Idaho Stockdogs, we celebrate the traditions of ranching and herding while cherishing the incredible dogs that make it all possible. We're committed to providing top-quality training, breeding, and care for our dogs ensuring they can excel in the field and become cherished members of the family.

Thank you for joining us on this journey. We look forward to sharing our passion for stockdogs, the land, and the livestock with you.