Meadownest

Meadownest breeds Percheron horses in Ionia, MI, serving Ionia County and central Michigan near Grand Rapids. Dave Marshall has been raising Percheron horses for over a decade and holds memberships with national draft horse registries to ensure careful breeding and health-testing. The horses are raised on pasture with daily turnout, and foals benefit from early socialization around farm dogs and children.

Meadownest has produced multiple county fair champions and follows a balanced training approach that prioritizes mental well-being alongside physical strength. Visitors often note the calm temperament of the horses and appreciate the hands-on tours of the barn and corral areas. Each horse follows a grain and forage diet balanced for draft breeds, and the facility includes well-ventilated stables and heated water troughs in winter. Foals go to their new homes vet-checked and accustomed to basic handling routines to support a smooth transition.