Kathleen Beal

Kathleen Beal is a Percheron breeder in Elyria, OH, in Lorain County near Cleveland. She has been raising these draft horses for over a decade, maintaining American Percheron Horse Association registration and regular health screenings to ensure sound development.

Her herd grazes on spacious pastures with access to sheltered barns, and foals receive daily handling from birth to encourage calm temperaments and social bonds. Several of her horses have participated in local plowing matches and community demonstrations, reflecting a focus on discipline and gentle strength. Owners often note the horses’ steady dispositions and sturdy build, qualities well suited to both farm work and recreational driving.

Breeding principles emphasize balanced nutrition and gradual training, practices her family farm has followed since its founding. The farm spans 45 acres of pasture and woodland, with a training ring for gentle groundwork sessions. She shares seasonal care guides and offers ongoing advice to first-time draft horse owners.