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Mountain Niche Farm

Mountain Niche Farm, Shetland sheep, Chehalis, WA, is nestled in Lewis County and the Puget Sound region near Olympia. Its owner, Donna Spencer-Riehle, has raised Shetland sheep for more than a decade, maintains registration with national herd books and follows a structured health screening schedule.

The flock grazes on rotational pastures with natural browse, and lambs enjoy early handling to develop calm temperaments. Animal welfare underpins daily routines, from shelter design that offers fresh bedding to parasite management through pasture rotation. Visitors often remark on the breed’s fine fleece texture and sturdy conformation, traits valued by hand spinners and heritage enthusiasts. Mountain Niche Farm shares insights at local agricultural gatherings, where its sheep have earned recognition for fleece quality and consistent lambing rates. The farm’s commitment to sustainable land stewardship and transparent breeding practices has fostered a strong reputation among local fiber communities.