Clint Townsley

Clint Townsley and Janell Townsley are Percheron breeders in Letts, IA, in eastern Iowa and the Quad Cities near Davenport. They have more than twelve years of experience and participate in national draft horse registry programs, maintaining records for bloodlines and performance. Health testing for joint health and metabolic soundness is part of their routine to ensure hardiness in breeding stock. Their horses live on a family-run farm where pasture turnout and early handling guide social development.

Foals grow up in companionship with a small herd, benefiting from daily interaction with handlers. A family tradition that began decades ago shapes a program balanced between draft work and regional show participation. Visitors to the farm often remark on the calm, attentive nature of the horses, reflecting the Townsleys’ thoughtful approach to breeding and daily care. They also offer ongoing guidance to new owners, sharing resources on Percheron training and maintaining draft horse wellbeing on small farms.