Dale R. Janssen

Dale R. Janssen is a Percheron breeder in Clarksville, IA, serving north-central Iowa near Waterloo. With more than a decade of experience, it participates in national draft horse associations and maintains routine health testing including annual farrier visits and veterinary exams. Its broodmares and stallions live on spacious pastures and enjoy daily turnout to support strong hoof and joint development.

Each foal receives daily handling from birth and thrives on rotational grazing with locally sourced hay and balanced grain mixes tailored to draft performance. Stalls are bedded with straw and cleaned daily to ensure a clean environment and gentle early socialization. The operation has produced multiple regional award winners and focuses on conformation suited for both driving and riding disciplines. Visitors often remark on the horses’ calm demeanor and sturdy build, reflecting the farm’s commitment to quality husbandry. The facility reflects generations of farm heritage with timber-framed barns and fenced paddocks offering both safety and good visibility.