Joseph J. Mast

Joseph J. Mast is a Percheron horse breeder in New Wilmington, Pennsylvania, Lawrence County and western Pennsylvania near Pittsburgh. With a background in draft horse stewardship stretching over a decade, he holds membership in the American Percheron Horse Association and follows established health screening protocols for soundness and vitality. The farm’s herd is pasture based, allowing daily turnout and natural social groupings that support early handling and respectful ground manners.

The breeding program focuses on producing horses with calm temperaments and strong conformation suited for light draft work, driving and recreational riding. Many foals are exposed to early farrier visits and gentle groundwork, a routine clients often praise for setting a smooth transition to under-saddle work. A network of shaded paddocks and well-ventilated barns is designed to minimize stress and encourage positive human interaction. Mast’s reputation for transparent sales agreements and long-term support has built a loyal clientele throughout the region.