About Deer Creek Farms:

Deer Creek Farms is owned and operated by Fred and Annise Finch of Troy, Texas. The Farm is conveniently located on over 475 acres of lush pastureland, cropland, and rangeland in Central Texas between Austin and Dallas along I-35. There is an abundance of tanks (for those up north - ponds), pastures, trees, and of course, Deer Creek itself runs right through the middle of the farm. Deer Creek Farms was originally formed as a sole proprietorship in November of 1998 when Fred and Annise acquired the foundation for their breeding program, DCC Sioux Warrior.

About the Owners:

Annise Finch has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Horse Management and Production from Tarleton State University. She has knowledge in many areas of the Equine Industry including reproduction, stallion and mare management, conformation, nutrition, unsoundness, training, stable management, and farrier science. Annise also has knowledge and experience with Artificial Insemination. Annise specializes in Breeding and Stable Management. Fred Finch has a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Industrial Technology from Tarleton State University, and is a Mechanical Design Engineer, running his own business, "Orbit Designs".  He grew up on the family farm, Shiloh Land and Cattle Company. Growing up, Fred helped with the daily farm chores, and as a teenager, Fred helped manage and operate the Farm. We feel that the combination of Annise’s life-long love for horses, her equine degree and her husband’s experience with running a farm, makes Deer Creek Farms stand out as one of the premier horse facilities in Central Texas.

Mission of Deer Creek Farms:

Deer Creek Farms is committed to providing a quality breeding and boarding program in Central Texas. Deer Creek Farms believes that quality care is essential for the health and well - being of any horse; therefore, Deer Creek Farms strives to offer the best care available. The breeding program is centered around the American Curly horse, also known as the American Bashkir Curly, because the breed, which is a unique and rare breed, offers many advantages over conventional straight – haired horses. American Curly Horses are considered to be hypoallergenic. Many people, who react violently to animals or horses, do not react to certain curly horses. The secondary mission of Deer Creek Farms is to make this rare and unique breed available to the public in Central Texas. This provides a way for allergy sufferers to take advantage of an opportunity to be involved in equine activities.

More about the American Curly Horse:

The American Curly Horse is known first for its curly hair, which ranges from loose waves to tight curls. The hair tends to be hypoallergenic. The uniqueness of the horse does not stop there though. Most curly horses have wonderful, laid back personalities, and are very smart. They love attention, especially from people. Curly horses do not seem to be scared of anything, but rather curious about everything. These horses require the same amount of care that “regular” horses do, although DCF is of the opinion that due to the nature of their hair, they require more attention when it comes to grooming. Deer Creek Farms has chosen to specialize in the American Curly Horse because of their uniqueness, and their disposition.