Hope's Farm
- Long Valley, NJ
- Responds within a few hours
Available puppies
Girl 2
5 weeks old · Female
Girl 4
5 weeks old · Female
Boy 3
5 weeks old · Male
Girl 3
5 weeks old · Female
Meet the breeder
I'm Nancy Joyce S., the breeder behind Hope's Farm located in Long Valley, NJ. We decided to start a responsible, in-home breeding program in order to produce quality farm dogs that also fit into a home setting. We focus on breeding dogs that have enough drive on the farm to keep up with our lifestyle, but also have amazing temperaments and can quickly adapt to a calm family setting.
Q. & A. with Nancy Joyce
Why did you start breeding?
I started breeding because I preferred my Border Collies and Maremmas to others I purchased. I know the qualities of even temperament, calm disposition, quick intelligence and eagerness to please that I want in a dog.What makes your program special?
I raise my Border Collies to be obedient but also think for themselves. I give them plenty of activity and stimulus to get their brain working. My Maremma sheepdogs are raised to guard their sheep, lambs and poultry fiercely, to never wander and defend them against coyotes, coywolves and even mountain lions. At the same time, I raise them to have a good temperament with peopleWhat are the different breed coat types in your program?
Our Border Collie puppies include smooth and rough coat varieties. Coat types may vary depending on the parent dogs.What are the different breed coat colors in your program?
Maremma Sheepdog puppies are white. Colors will vary depending on the parent dogs.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Matched dogs
These dogs are already reserved or have gone home.
Boy 1
ReservedMale
Girl 1
ReservedFemale
Boy 2
ReservedMale
Tristan
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Lancelot
Went homeMale
Boy 6
Went homeMale
Boy 4
Went homeMale
King Arthur
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Girl 1
Went homeFemale
Girl 2
Went homeFemale
Girl 3
Went homeFemale
Girl 4
Went homeFemale
Girl 5
Went homeFemale
Girl 6
Went homeFemale
Girl 7
Went homeFemale
Boy 1
Went homeMale
Boy 2
Went homeMale
Boy 3
Went homeMale
Flash
Went homeMale
Daisy
Went homeFemale
Nellie
Went homeFemale
Gloria
Went homeFemale
Fletcher
Went homeMale
Getting a puppy from Nancy Joyce
Nancy Joyce has been certified by Good Dog's screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you're ready to reach out, feel free to ask any questions about the breed, their program, or specific puppies.
Nancy Joyce partners with buyers to find the best match as the puppies develop and their personalities take shape. Typically, matches are finalized when the puppies reach about 10 weeks old.
"I invite buyers to see the pups at the farm and decide which one they believe will fit them best."
Price
"Puppies come with first shots, a vet health certificate, microchip, a one month offer of Trupanion Pet Insurance and a contract that guarantees them to be healthy and free of genetic diseases."
Contract & health guarantee
Nancy Joyce may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Nancy Joyce offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Nancy Joyce directly.
What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Enrichment & socialization
- Car rides
- Surface & tactile stimulation
- Socialized in new places
- Scent introduction
- Daily handling
- Socialized with other dogs
- Introduced to people of different ages and appearances
- Socialized with other animals
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
- Microchip
- Vet records
Extras
- Puppy starter kit
- Basic obedience & manners
- Registration
- Food & treats
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Nancy Joyce.
Breeder's location
Meet in Long Valley, NJ
3881 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at LaGuardia Airport (and Marine Air Terminal)
3845 miles away
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Flexible meeting point
Nancy Joyce can meet at a location that works for both of you
More about Nancy Joyce
Club memberships
Nancy Joyce is a member of American Border Collie Associate and Maremma Sheepdog Club of America.
Nancy Joyce has been a member of Good Dog for over 3 years
Nancy Joyce was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2022.
Nancy Joyce’s links
Nancy Joyce is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Hope's Farm meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent dogs
All breeds
Maremma Sheepdog
Border Collie
Arianna, mom
Maremma Sheepdog
About Arianna
Arianna is very attached to her sheep and chickens, she is always very gentle, she never wanders. She is very friendly to people but most of all she loves to quietly guard her animals.
Nero, dad
Maremma Sheepdog
About Nero
Nero is a big, friendly boy. He guards his sheep and chickens faithfully, chases off bears, coyotes, coywolves and foxes, yet is very friendly to people. He gets along with all other dogs. He is PennHIP clear for hip dysplasia.
Keef, dad
Border Collie
About Keef
Keef is a gentleman, a great herding dog, quiet to live with but loves to run and play. He gets along with other dogs. He is very athletic, but has a good "off" switch.
Louise, mom
Border Collie
About Louise
Louise is a great sheepdog, she is just starting to run in sheepdog competitions and is doing very well. She is a very happy, playful, affectionate dog. She loves other dogs and is friendly to people. She is very biddable, always comes when called and never wanders. Louise is OFA clear for dysplasia and clear for all Border Collie genetic diseases on the Optimal Selection panel.
Chiara, mom
Maremma Sheepdog
About Chiara
Chiara is a faithful guardian of sheep, lambs and poultry. She is also an excellent mother who teaches her pups how to guard. She is a fierce protector, but very friendly to people and to the farm dogs. She is OFA clear for hip dysplasia.
Finn, dad
Border Collie
About Finn
Finn is the son of National Champion Don. He is very athletic, a great sheepdog who loves to move sheep. He loves to play for hours, loves long walks and hikes, he never wanders and always comes when he's called. He gets along well with other dogs and is very friendly to people. Finn is OFA clear for dysplasia and clear for all Border Collie genetic diseases on the Optimal Selection panel.
Alice, mom
Border Collie
About Alice
Alice is a female Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of her breed, Nancy Joyce decided to make her part of their program. Nancy Joyce has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Eve, mom
Border Collie
About Eve
Eve is a granddaughter of Scott Glen’s two-time National Champion, Don. Eve is a very biddable, easy-going worker, full of feel for her sheep and an instinct to always be in the right place.
Diesel, dad
Border Collie
About Diesel
Diesel is a male Border Collie. Carefully selected as a great representative of his breed, Nancy Joyce decided to make him part of their program. Nancy Joyce has passed Good Dog’s screening process, which involved a review of their breeding practices, environment, and the mental and physical health of their dogs.
Parent health testing
Border Collie
Maremma Sheepdog
Excellent level
Hope's Farm reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Border Collies.
Hip Dysplasia
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Eye Certification (CAER, registered with OFA)
Eye testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide range of hereditary eye illnesses including retinal dysplasia, lens luxation, and glaucoma, which can cause impared vision or blindness.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA)
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Disease Panel
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
Verified owner stories
Hear what other owners say about working with Nancy Joyce to bring home their puppies.
Cathy M.
Verified owner · June 2025
Everything went smoothly with pickup and Nancy and I have been in touch re my pups adjustment. Rosie clearly had LGD skills but of course an adjustment from sheep to goats and meeting my adult LGD. After a week the goats are more relaxed and my adult dog now plays with her. Good Dog was a great resource for LGD puppies raised with livestock
