Freeman Gingerich

Freeman Gingerich raises Percheron horses in Clermont, IA, northeast Iowa near Cedar Rapids. The operation follows American Percheron Horse Association guidelines, conducts annual Coggins tests and wellness exams, and maintains detailed lineage records.

Its breeding selections emphasize solid conformation and calm temperaments, reflecting pairing strategies that preserve draft strength and gentle disposition. Its horses graze on open pastures and enjoy daily hands-on socialization from foalhood, with gentle handling throughout seasonal turnout. Freeman Gingerich maintains spacious stables, rotating turnout fields, and a schedule of farrier work, dental care, and balanced nutrition.

Visitors often note the calm nature and strength of the draft horses alongside the traditional working-horse heritage preserved on the property. This long-standing approach supports sturdy bloodlines and reliable temperaments suited for farm work, driving, and regional carriage events. All foals are microchipped and come with comprehensive vaccination records, growth charts, and detailed care instructions.