Loren G. Bontrager

Loren G. Bontrager, Percheron horses, Lagrange, IN, in Lagrange County and the Midwest near Fort Wayne. Loren G. Bontrager has been breeding Percheron horses for over a decade, maintains membership in the American Percheron Horse Association and follows recommended health screenings including veterinary exams and genetic tests.

The horses live on spacious pastures with barns for shelter, receive daily handling from foalhood and follow a balanced nutrition plan with regular farrier and veterinary visits to promote sound development. Several horses from the farm have gone on to perform well in regional pull competitions, local pleasure driving and farm show classes, reflecting their gentle temperament, strength and versatile movement.

Breeding decisions are guided by temperament, structural soundness and long term health, with each pairing chosen to enhance the breed’s classic profile. Prospective owners report clear communication about care routines and track records, which helps them feel confident in welcoming a new Percheron into their home.