Bonnie L. Darlington

Bonnie L. Darlington is a Percheron breeder in Centre Hall, PA, central Pennsylvania near Harrisburg. With more than ten years of breeding Percheron horses, she collaborates with national and regional associations, follows breed-standard health testing and maintains detailed records for each foal. Her horses are raised on open pastures, receive daily gentle handling from birth and live in a family farm setting that emphasizes socialization and low-stress routines.

Her program includes regular veterinary exams, farrier care and nutritional plans designed for draft horse development. Darlington’s background in draft horse methods creates a calm environment that many owners appreciate. She believes in integrating horses into family life and often welcomes experienced visitors to observe foal-handling routines. Her focus on sound conformation and steady temperaments reflects a dedication to traditional breeding practices while ensuring each horse is well-adapted for farm work or driving.