Colby Benson

Colby Benson is a Percheron horse breeder in Blackwell, Missouri, in northwest Missouri near Kansas City. With more than a decade of experience, the breeder is a member of the American Percheron Horse Association and ensures each horse undergoes regular veterinary evaluations, routine genetic testing for hereditary conditions, and professional farrier care. Foals and mature horses live on open pasture with round-the-clock turnout, fed a balanced, forage-based diet, and introduced to handling from the earliest weeks of life.

The farm’s quiet setting and attention to gentle training have led several horses to participate in regional hitch demonstrations and county fair draft pulls, where their steady dispositions stand out. Benson’s focus on long-term welfare includes winter stalls with clean bedding, daily turnout adjustments based on weather, and a rotational grazing program in summer. This approach has earned positive feedback from local riding clubs and draft horse enthusiasts. Benson often handles the foals personally, fostering early trust and confidence through daily grooming sessions.