Cristy Troyer

Cristy Troyer, Percheron horses, Goshen, IN, northern Indiana near South Bend. She upholds Percheron Horse Association standards, ensures regular veterinary checkups including soundness evaluations and vaccinations, and has refined her practices to emphasize both draft stamina and a calm, trainable attitude. Nutrition and husbandry are tailored to draft muscling, with horses grazed on mixed pasture and given a balanced grain ration. Foals receive daily gentle handling from birth, building confidence and trust in human interactions.

The breeding program draws on bloodlines developed by family-run farms and aims for strength, correct conformation and reliable temperament. Mature animals are acclimated to light farm work or pleasure driving, reflecting the versatility prized by her owners. Sheltered paddocks with natural forage patches and seasonal grass rotations encourage hoof health and natural movement. Prospective owners often comment on the thorough records provided with each horse, covering lineage, health history and training milestones.