Heartland Hackney Farm

Heartland Hackney Farm, Hackney horses, New London, Iowa, in southeastern Iowa near Burlington.

It is a committed member of the National Hackney Horse Association and maintains comprehensive health testing, including annual dental and farrier inspections and routine veterinary screenings. Foals and adult horses share expansive open pastures, and each animal receives daily handling to foster calm, confident temperaments. Sandra Kolkman personally guides breeding decisions to emphasize athletic gait, sound conformation, and durable soundness.

Its horses regularly participate in regional driving shows, local community demonstrations, and occasional open-air exhibitions, reflecting the breed’s spirited elegance. The farm grounds include more than 60 acres of rolling fields, large paddocks, and well ventilated barns that support year-round care. Consistent groundwork from weaning ensures each young horse develops a balanced disposition suited for fluent carriage driving or light riding. Owners and visitors often note the farm’s thorough records on lineage and health, reinforcing transparency in each foal’s background.