Eli Swartzentruber

Eli Swartzentruber and Wayne Miller breed Percheron horses in Fredericksburg, OH in Wayne County and northeastern Ohio near Akron. Drawing on local practices, they adhere to national breeding guidelines and maintain routine veterinary screenings, ensuring each stallion and mare meets conformation and soundness benchmarks.

They prioritize pasture-based turnout and early handling routines to foster calm temperaments in all age groups. Foals are introduced to common farm sights and sounds, including gentle grooming sessions, to support well-rounded development. Their approach reflects a focus on stability in working harness and riding programs. Through careful pairing of bloodlines, they aim to promote the breed’s traditional strength and willingness.

Several area stables note that horses from their farm settle quickly in new environments, a testament to consistent early socialization. They collaborate with local farriers and trainers to support each horse’s transition into draft work or riding partnerships.