Ann Olujic

Ann Olujic breeds Shire horses in Mount Morris, IL, in Ogle County and the Rock River valley near Rockford. She is a member of the American Shire Horse Association and follows recommended health testing guidelines for all broodmares and stallions.

Her draft horses spend days on rotational pasture with regular handling to promote gentle temperaments and readiness for light farm work or pleasure driving. The breeding program emphasizes preservation of traditional Shire characteristics, and several of her foals have participated in regional parades and exhibitions. Based at a century-old family farmstead, her approach reflects deep respect for both the breed’s heritage and the local farming community. Ann personally evaluates each foal’s conformation and temperament from birth, ensuring only the strongest candidates enter the breeding program. Her small-scale operation allows for individualized care, with foals socialized alongside mature mares in spacious paddocks.