James Hostetler

James Hostetler, Percherons, Topeka, IN in northeastern Indiana near Fort Wayne. He has been raising Percherons for several years and works with registered breeding stock that undergoes regular veterinary screenings, routine vaccinations, dental exams and farrier visits. His stall designs include ample ventilation and fresh bedding that is replaced daily to support respiratory health and hoof health. His horses enjoy pasture turnout in a small herd, daily handling from a young age and custom nutrition plans suited to equine development.

Weaning protocols for foals include gradual separation and continued group turnout to foster social bonds. This hands-on approach, alongside detailed health records, helps foals develop a calm temperament and solid conformation that owners often praise for steady performance in both draft and show settings. The farm’s setting blends traditional horsekeeping with modern comfort, reflecting a genuine respect for the breed.