Lourdes Valdivia

Lourdes Valdivia is a breeder of Shire horses in Winters, CA, located in Yolo County and the Central Valley near Sacramento. With a background in draft horse care, she has spent years raising sturdy foals on her family’s rural property.

Her program follows routine health screening and regular veterinary care, ensuring each foal meets breed standards, and she collaborates with regional draft horse groups to share best practices. Young horses enjoy daily turnout in spacious pastures and learn basic handling from an early age. Stalls offer soft bedding and shelter from seasonal winds to support well-being.

Lourdes applies gentle foundation training to prepare horses for farm work or pleasure riding, respecting each animal’s temperament. Foals remain with their mothers until a recommended weaning age, and daily groundwork fosters trust before harness work. Thoughtful socialization and consistent turnout help produce calm, dependable partners.