Eli A. Swartzentruber

Eli A. Swartzentruber is a Percheron breeder in Fredericksburg, Ohio, in Amish Country near Columbus. Swartzentruber has been an active member of the American Percheron Horse Association and follows recommended health-testing protocols.

The farm emphasizes natural hoof and general health care, offering daily turnout and balanced nutrition for horses at every stage. Stalls are cleaned each morning and turnout paddocks are rotated weekly to promote healthy pastures and reduce stress. Breeding selections are based on conformation, soundness and gentle temperaments suited to both farm work and carriage driving.

Foals are socialized carefully from birth, learning to accept gentle handling, routine grooming and exposure to different farm settings. Visitors often remark on the calm atmosphere in the barnyard, reflecting a hands-on approach to equine welfare. Many clients appreciate the transparent updates on each horse’s ongoing development and the focus on individual care.