Thornfield

11/05/2024

IMPORTANT INFO:

Not a joke...

Have you ever wondered why you can have a 15 acre field and part of it is chewed down to nubs and the other part has grass a hand high, But your horse is constantly grazing in the chewed down part?

Grass 6 inches and taller has less sugars than grass under 6 inches.

For every inch drop below 6 inches, the fructan (sugar) content rises.

Grass under 6 inches is stressed like it's a Monday morning with a project deadline. It uses sugar to repair itself.

Stop mowing your fields short.

Stop grazing your chubbys on chewed down grass. (this is why grazing muzzles are so touted...they keep the horse from being able to get much short grass)

(We aren't saying let your fields be 3 feet tall, by the way. The optimal thing to do is keep them 6-8 inches tall and graze them in small areas there)

18/04/2024

Looking for a pony saddle fitter…small Shetland pony that my son and I are breaking. Saddle keeps sliding forward even with a non slip pad.

09/04/2024

Looking for recommendations for who can make me a barn sign.
Like wood and/or wrought iron. Elegant/vintage style.

01/05/2023

Thank you for a great clinic Glenda Player!
Casper and I never got so much out of a group lesson!
Look forward to having you back!!!

29/03/2023

Inspiration

"The worst horses sense our fear and take advantage of us, the best horses sense our dreams and take us there." - Jimmy Wofford

08/12/2022

Welcome to Thornfield Dunkin!
Most colorful horse we have here!
You truly are special and you make us feel that way too 💙

04/12/2022

Ghost 👻, Welcome to Thornfield!
Your a gorgeous gentle giant!

01/10/2022

Welcome Shorty!
I understand why Chief missed you so much! You are a calming field pal and the perfect gentleman 👌

30/09/2022

Welcome Bold 😊
We are heartbroken 💔 for the tragic loss of your mommy that bore you into this world 😢
We hope that you feel warmth, safety, and love from our kiddos here at Thornfield and our little Shetland “Bubble” 🥰

10/08/2022

31/07/2022

Thank you again Monica Fiss for the incredible clinic you gave today! We loved learning from you!

11/07/2022

Thanks Tara Ziegler for an awesome flatwork clinic! We all learned a lot and look forward to having you back!

11/07/2022

Thanks KT's Natural Performance Horses for a fantastic clinic here at Thornfield! We look forward to having you back again soon!

14/05/2022

Welcome S’mores! Your the tiniest horse I’ve ever cared for 💕

30/04/2022

Welcome to Thornfield Sully! You are one beautiful thoroughbred!

02/04/2022

Newest member to our family! We adore you, Casper! ❤️

01/04/2022

Meet Xander! Welcome handsome man! We love you dearly ❤️

30/03/2022

Meet our newest addition - CHIEF!
Thank Brenda Joy Ness for allowing us to care for your beautiful boy!

17/03/2022

04/03/2022

Thornfield is now offering full board to any pony or horse that desires a friendly and safe environment with
- New fencing
- 12 hour turnout
- Spacious 14x14 stalls for rest
- 85 acres of trails with direct access to Deer Creek
- 50’ Round pen for training/lessons
- Outdoor arena in process of renovation for Spring use
- Heated tack room and bathroom
- Hot/Cold wash stall

Facility is located in Darlington, MD, 40 minutes from Fair Hill, 20 minutes from Bel Air, 10 minutes from Route 1, and 15 minutes from I-95.

PM or call (443-987-3324) me for further details,
Look forward to meeting you and your four legged friend(s)!

04/03/2022