Lisa Varnell

Lisa Varnell, Shire horses, Floral, AR, in the Ozark Mountains near Springfield. She has been registered with the American Shire Horse Association for over 15 years and oversees routine veterinary screening, conformation evaluations and genetic testing to maintain breed health.

Horses live on open pasture that blends native grasses with rolling hills. Foals join the family herd from birth, benefiting from daily gentle handling and exposure to harness work. In colder months the group moves into a heated barn, allowing steady conditioning and calm acclimation to indoor stabling.

Her farm centers around a restored barn dating back to the 1920s, where traditional farriery and feeding practices are still in use. Many of her horses have placed in local draft horse shows, reflecting balanced temperament and solid training. Visitors often remark on the gentle nature of each animal, noting confidence and ease during handling in both pasture and stall.