Willow Creek Hackneys

Willow Creek Hackneys is a breeder of Hackney horses in Homer, MI, in southwestern Michigan near Battle Creek. Matthew Wickey has bred Hackney horses for many years and is a member of the American Hackney Horse Society, with annual health evaluations to support soundness and temperament. Foals are born and raised in a pasture-based setting with daily turnout, regular handling for early socialization, and individualized care from weaning through maturity. Bloodlines emphasize the classic high-stepping trot and solid conformation, selected for both performance and a calm disposition.

Adult horses enjoy roomy stalls connected to paddocks and grazing on mixed grass pastures. The farm’s simple, low-stress environment and consistent training draw praise from local horse enthusiasts who note the horses’ reliability under saddle or in harness. Prospective owners find that Willow Creek Hackneys provides honest guidance on nutrition and conditioning, resulting in well-balanced Hackney horses suited to show and pleasure riding.