David J. Wengerd

David J. Wengerd is a Percheron breeder in New Wilmington, PA, Lawrence County and Western Pennsylvania near Pittsburgh. With over twenty years of experience, he participates in national draft horse associations and ensures routine health testing to support soundness and longevity in his horses.

Foals are raised in a pasture-based setting where they learn ground manners from an early age and share space with other livestock for a balanced social environment. Stalls and run-in sheds provide shelter during seasonal weather changes, and turnout schedules are adapted to individual needs. Ground driving and gentle handling are introduced gradually to foster confidence before hitch and under-saddle training. Wengerd’s farm heritage and attention to temperament have earned praise from nearby farms, reflecting a steady commitment to the breed.