Barbara S. Burkholder

Barbara S. Burkholder raises Percherons in Indian Trail, NC, Union County near Charlotte. She has been involved in draft horse breeding for several years, is a member of the Percheron Horse Association, follows its health-testing guidelines, and attends annual regional exhibitions to exchange best practices.

Her horses pasture on well-maintained fields year-round and have individual stalls with run-in sheds, combining active grazing with shelter and daily handling to promote calm temperaments. Foals grow up alongside older horses to encourage early socialization and adaptability. Feed programs are tailored to each horse’s development stage, and veterinary care is scheduled regularly. Feedback from local trainers and carriage operators highlights their reliability in farm work, draft exhibitions and pleasure driving.

Bloodlines trace back to established French stock, reflecting her commitment to preserving traditional Percheron traits. Owners appreciate the even-tempered nature and sturdy build of her horses.