Kellie Barter

Kellie Barter, Shire horses, Batavia, OH, in southwestern Ohio near Cincinnati, raises draft horses with calm temperaments.

Her program follows standards from the American Shire Horse Society and Ohio equine associations, with routine veterinary exams and farrier care ensuring soundness. She maintains detailed pedigrees and conducts health screenings for joint and hoof conditions to ensure breeding stock meets registry requirements.

Foals are introduced to groundwork early, enjoying spacious pastures alongside their dams to develop strong social skills. Daily handling and turnout foster adaptability for farm and show environments. The barn provides individual stalls with constant access to bedding and fresh water, and the farm’s mix of open fields and shaded paddocks supports natural foraging. Educational visits and small-group tours offer insight into Shire horse history and breeding practices. This approach aims to produce Shire horses suited for both light draft work and leisure riding.