Lavern Bontrager

Lavern Bontrager breeds Percheron horses in Goshen, IN, Elkhart County and the Michiana region near South Bend. With over a decade of breeding experience, she is registered with the Percheron Horse Association and follows routine veterinary protocols including lameness assessments and respiratory screenings. Horses are raised on open pastures with access to stabling, and foals are introduced to handlers within the first 48 hours to promote early bonding and steady growth.

Operating from a family farm, Bontrager emphasizes traditional working horse qualities like soundness and a calm demeanor suited for farm labor. Careful attention to foundation bloodlines helps maintain size and strength without sacrificing a gentle temperament. Bontrager’s stock often appears at local county fairs and light draft demonstrations, showcasing versatility and trainability. Local equine enthusiasts praise her attentive handling and the breed’s reliable nature in both show and field work.