Katherine L. (Cleve) Wilkerson

Katherine L. (Cleve) Wilkerson, Percheron horses, Farmington, MO, St. Francois County in southeastern Missouri near St. Louis. She has been working with draft horses for over ten years and maintains membership in national equine registries with routine health testing for every foal. Her Percheron horses graze in spacious pastures with access to run-in shelters and are handled daily for early socialization and groundwork.

The farm has been in her family for three generations, and she follows a low-stress approach that emphasizes patient training and consistent care. Owners praise the breed’s steady temperament and sound conformation, noting their suitability for both farm labor and leisure driving. Past foals undergo basic farrier work and veterinary checkups before placement, ensuring healthy development. Wilkerson emphasizes transparency in her breeding practices and is available to discuss lineage, temperament traits and long-term care. Facilities include a sand arena for training and turnout paddocks to foster strong joints and balanced muscle tone.