Hal-Crest

Hal-Crest, a Percheron breeder in Perrysburg, OH, works in northwest Ohio near Toledo. It follows national registry guidelines and carries out recommended health screenings for joint, respiratory, and ocular conditions. Foals are raised in pasture-based settings and introduced to daily handling and basic ground driving from birth to ensure calm temperaments.

Owned by Harold F. Housman, the farm emphasizes hands-on training for draft work and light farm tasks in a caring environment. Each Percheron benefits from turnout on mixed grass pastures and regular exposure to farm equipment and family life. Regular veterinary check-ups and farrier visits maintain soundness and support longevity in all age groups.

A shaded turnout paddock provides shelter during warm months, while sturdy run-in sheds offer dry spaces when weather turns. Clients note the horses’ gentle disposition and willingness to learn, reflecting the farm’s emphasis on patient, consistent handling.