David E. Hershberger

David E. Hershberger is a Percheron breeder in Fredericksburg, Ohio, serving Wayne County and Northeast Ohio near Akron. With more than twenty years of breeding experience, he follows national Percheron association guidelines and routine health testing for all stallions and mares.

The herd grazes on rotational pasture and benefits from simple barns open to fresh air, while foals enjoy daily handling to support steady temperaments. Feeding plans emphasize balanced grains and forage sourced from regional farms to maintain strong growth and sound hooves. Several Hershberger Percherons have placed in Ohio draft horse competitions, a testament to consistent selection for strength and calm disposition.

Visitors often note the calm presence of these horses and appreciate the focus on steady, predictable behavior in both working and show settings. Regular visits from an equine veterinarian and farrier ensure that each horse maintains robust health and correct hoof balance. Hershberger’s approach blends traditional farmstead values with careful record-keeping, creating bloodlines noted for consistency and depth of character.