Nico fka Noodles located in MO

#MADloveNico...you might remember him as Noodles, who came into the shelter with an amputated tail. He clearly had a hard start in life. The shelter staff addressed his tail and MAD was able to pull him from the shelter.

Since coming to MAD, Nico he has been progressing in obedience and impulse control and is showing the kind of drive and intensity you expect to see in serious working prospects.

Making solid progress with door manners and thresholds
Sleeps through the night — no barking or howling
Very people-oriented and affectionate

Impulse control is a work in progress. We are focusing heavily on duration, neutrality, and crate manners. He has a good obedience foundation but struggles with stillness — he is a “go, go, go” dog who prefers action over idle time.

High prey drive. Absolutely not suitable for homes with cats or small animals. He becomes immediately aroused and highly stimulated, requiring strong ha...