Billie Jo Lauritsen

Billie Jo Lauritsen, Percheron horses, Spooner, WI, Washburn County and the Northwoods near Rice Lake. Her devotion to traditional draft horse breeding is rooted in a family history of farming in northern Wisconsin. She has been working with Percheron horses for many years and maintains memberships with regional draft horse associations. Her breeding stock undergoes recommended health screening protocols and annual veterinary evaluations to ensure sound conformation and durable temperament.

Foals are raised on rotational pasture and introduced to halter work gently from an early age, allowing them to develop confidence and a strong foundation. Stalls are bedded with soft wood shavings, and animals benefit from daily turnout alongside mature horses to encourage natural social behavior. Her breeding program emphasizes producing versatile draft horses suited for farm work, carriage driving and therapeutic programs, with a reputation for steady disposition. Visitors often comment on the peaceful farm setting and the patience with which horses are handled.