Duane V. Bontrager

Duane V. Bontrager is a breeder of Percheron horses in Kalona, IA, Southeastern Iowa near Iowa City. He has been breeding Percheron horses for over two decades and maintains membership in national draft horse associations, ensuring each horse meets registry health and conformation standards. His horses are raised on a family-run farm with pasture-based management, daily turnout and hands-on handling from foalhood to promote sound development and a calm disposition.

Many of his draft horses have placed in draft horse classes at regional competitions and are valued for their strength in both farm work and parade exhibitions. Socialization with other livestock and regular supervised interaction with visitors help prepare the horses for a variety of roles, reflecting a dedication to quality care and temperament. Nutrition is tailored to each stage with balanced forage and supplementation under veterinary guidance to support sound musculoskeletal health.