Benjamin F. Stapleton III

Benjamin F. Stapleton III breeds percheron horses in Lakeville, CT, Litchfield County and the Farmington Valley near Hartford.

With more than a decade of hands-on experience, he follows standard health testing protocols, stays active in percheron breed associations, and arranges periodic participation in regional breed showcases. Regular veterinary and farrier visits support each horse’s wellbeing, and a vaccination schedule is kept current year-round. His foals are raised in small family herds, enjoying daily turnout on rich pasture and early handling to foster calm, confident temperaments. Stalls are bedded with fresh straw in a climate-controlled barn that opens onto adjoining paddocks shaded by mature oaks.

The farm has maintained a tradition of working giants passed down through generations, blending gentle stewardship with practical draft performance. Buyers often note the horses’ steady dispositions and sound conformation, reflecting a breeding philosophy rooted in resilience and respect for the draft horse heritage.