Jennie Champney

Jennie Champney, Percheron horses, West Farmington, OH, serves Ashtabula County and the Lake Erie region near Cleveland. She is a breeder with longstanding involvement in Percheron bloodlines and maintains membership in national equine associations to support health screening and responsible husbandry practices.

All horses are raised on rolling pastures, with daily handling that fosters confidence and strong social bonds. Jennie emphasizes balanced nutrition, combining grazing access with forage-based rations tailored to draft breeds. She also prepares foals through early exposure to grooming and groundwork, promoting calm temperaments suited for farm work or family riding.

Her participation in regional draft horse exhibitions helps refine selection criteria and preserve traditional characteristics of the breed. Visitors appreciate the horses’ steady demeanor and the farm’s welcoming environment, where transparent care routines underscore a commitment to animal welfare. Her collaboration with local veterinarians and farriers ensures routine check-ups and hoof care align with best practices for large draft horses.