Darbi King

Darbi King, Percheron horses, Newport, WA in Pend Oreille County and the Inland Northwest near Spokane. She has worked with Percheron horses for more than ten years, holds membership in the Percheron Horse Association and follows routine veterinary health screening for her animals.

Her farm features rotational pasture grazing, daily grooming and early foal handling to support social development. Each horse receives balanced nutrition based on forage analysis and regular farrier care to maintain sound hooves and muscle tone. The property includes creek-fed paddocks and mixed grass hay meadows that foster natural foraging and sustainable land stewardship. Participation in regional draft horse gatherings highlights the breed’s working heritage and provides social enrichment.

Her breeding program emphasizes gentle temperament and structural integrity, and several horses assist in local therapy programs. Visitors often note the thoughtful approach to each horse’s care and the calm, low-stress environment that reflects her years of experience.