Kristine Joy Keltgen

Kristine Joy Keltgen breeds Percheron horses in Anaconda, MT, in southwestern Montana near Missoula. She draws on years of experience, follows guidelines from recognized breed registries for health screenings and conformation assessments, and takes part in regional draft horse exhibitions.

Her Percherons live on spacious pastures with routine hoof care and early handling to promote a calm, cooperative disposition. Daily turnout and gentle groundwork are part of her approach, ensuring each horse adapts well to both family settings and light draft work. The stable facilities include heated stalls in winter and shade shelters in summer to support year-round comfort.

Many of her foals have gone on to recreational driving programs and local farm collaborations. She selects breeding stock with sound conformation and gentle temperaments to preserve the breed’s draft heritage. She keeps herd sizes small to provide individual care and a relaxed environment.