Clarence Buchanan

Clarence Buchanan and Connie Buchanan are Percheron horse breeders in Burnsville, NC, located in Yancey County and western North Carolina near Asheville. They have been involved with draft horses for more than ten years, maintaining membership in national and regional equine organizations and adhering to recommended health screening protocols. Their farm blends turnout in grassy pastures with structured handling from an early age, ensuring each foal receives regular human interaction.

Their breeding program emphasizes calm temperaments and structural soundness, with horses suited to both draft work and recreational riding. Hoof care, dental exams, and vaccinations follow a schedule tailored to draft breeds, and each animal enjoys individual attention at feeding and grooming time. Their Percherons often appear at county fairs and draft horse exhibitions in the region. The Buchanans manage a family-run facility where attention to feed quality, shelter, and veterinary care shapes daily routines. Visitors note the horses’ steady gaits and friendly dispositions.