Jeff L. Sweeney

Jeff L. Sweeney and Penny Sue Sweeney are Percheron breeders in Waukon IA, Allamakee County and northeast Iowa near Dubuque. They adhere to American Percheron Horse Association guidelines and arrange routine health screenings for all stock. Their involvement with the breed stretches back more than a decade, during which they’ve emphasized sound structure and reliable dispositions.

They choose breeding pairs based on temperament, conformation and willingness to learn, aiming to preserve the Percheron’s characteristic strength and gentle nature. Their horses spend days on open pasture with regular turnout and are handled daily to foster calm temperaments. The farm balances traditional draft training with gentle groundwork, preparing horses for both pleasure driving and light farm work.

Owners often note the calm demeanor and steady gait that reflect careful selection and consistent training. A family-focused operation, it emphasizes breed heritage and personal attention, and many foals grow up alongside the Sweeneys’ children to ensure steady socialization.