Jacob Hocthstetler

Jacob Hocthstetler is a Percheron breeder in Pardeeville, WI, in Columbia County near Madison. He has been working with Percheron horses for many years and follows registry standards with regular health testing of all breeding stock. His farm offers spacious stalls and large paddocks where foals learn to interact calmly with people and other horses.

The breeding program emphasizes steady temperaments and structural soundness suited for draft work or pleasure riding. Horses are handled daily and introduced to groundwork routines before weaning to lay a foundation of trust. Visitors note the farm’s relaxed pace and attentive care from Jacob and his team, reflecting a lifelong dedication to the breed.

Jacob participates regularly in regional shows and educational clinics to stay informed about best practices in draft horse breeding. Each foal is raised in a peaceful pasture setting during warmer months and sheltered in a well ventilated barn throughout winter.