Cross Creek Farm

Cross Creek Farm is a Shire horse breeder in Hardy, VA, in Highland County and the Shenandoah Valley near Harrisonburg. Cross Creek Farm participates in national Shire horse registry programs and follows recommended health testing protocols, including radiographs for joint health and genetic carrier screening.

All horses live in managed pasture rotations with seasonal shelter access and are introduced to basic driving harnesses early to ensure confidence and steady gait development. Robert and Christine Sink draw on their background in regional agricultural fairs to refine breeding goals around sound conformation, gentle nature and versatility. Breeding stock is selected for calm dispositions, so foals are accustomed to regular grooming, groundwork and small-group social turnout from weaning onward.

The property’s historic barn and wide grasslands provide a safe, low-stress environment where each foal benefits from consistent handling and observation. Several graduates of the farm’s breeding program have performed well in local draft horse shows.