Ed Dolbeare

Ed Dolbeare is a Percheron breeder in Salem, IL, Southern Illinois near St. Louis. With more than eight years of experience working with draft horses, he is a member of the American Percheron Horse Association and follows its guidelines for breeding and health evaluation. All horses are raised on pasture and receive daily turnout alongside careful nutrition planning and regular veterinary and farrier visits.

Facilities include heated open-air barns with clean bedding and year-round shelter, ensuring comfort across seasons. The farm emphasizes gentle handling and early socialization so that each foal adapts well to farm routines and family life if they move to private homes. Several of his Percherons have competed at county fairs and regional draft horse shows, praised for their temperament and sturdy build, reflecting a consistent breeding approach. Clients often praise the horses’ willingness to work and steady dispositions in feedback reviews.