Elmer A.E. Hilty

Elmer A.E. Hilty breeds Percheron horses in Berne, IN, in Adams County near Fort Wayne. He has been raising Percheron horses for many years and adheres to national breed registry guidelines, including health screenings for soundness and temperament.

At the farm, each horse enjoys well-ventilated stalls and regular turnout in open paddocks to develop strong muscle tone. His breeding program emphasizes calm temperament and structural soundness by carefully evaluating bloodlines and conformation. Veterinary check-ups and routine farrier visits are part of his care plan, ensuring lifelong health.

His horses graze on open pastures and receive daily handling to support gentle temperaments, with foal socialization beginning soon after birth. A family-run farm, he maintains breeding traditions aimed at preserving the draft horse heritage. He often presents horses at regional draft horse shows, sharing his appreciation for this gentle breed with the local community.