Larry E Van Horn Sr

Larry E Van Horn Sr, Percheron horses, Salem, Missouri, in Dent County and the Ozark region near Springfield. They are members of national Percheron organizations, maintain thorough breeding records, and follow recommended health screening protocols. Their horses graze in spacious, rolling pastures with daily turnout and receive regular handling by staff to encourage calm temperaments and strong social bonds. The farm’s legacy spans two generations, blending traditional draft horse breeding methods with a modern emphasis on genetic diversity and individual care.

Each foal receives early training in harness work and groundwork under patient handlers who introduce positive reinforcement techniques. Their diet combines locally sourced hay with carefully measured grains and mineral supplements to support healthy growth, muscle development, and overall vitality. Well-maintained barns and spacious paddocks provide shelter during Missouri winters and ample room for natural movement in every season. Many visitors and fellow breeders remark on the sound conformation, gentle natures, and consistent temperament displayed by the Percherons raised here.