Melvin Stotlzfus

Melvin Stotlzfus is a Percheron horse breeder in Watsontown, PA, North Central Pennsylvania near Williamsport.

He has spent years refining bloodlines and his breeding stock undergoes veterinary-approved health exams, including evaluations for conformation and genetic conditions common in draft breeds. He follows standard registry guidelines and emphasizes health screenings to support long-lived, sturdy animals. The horses are raised in open pastures with rotated grazing to maintain soil health and have access to loafing sheds for shelter in all weather. Foals receive daily handling from an early age to foster a calm and adaptable temperament.

The farm is known locally for producing gentle giants suited to draft work and trail riding, a quality remarked on by nearby farm owners. Attention to hoof care and balanced nutrition reflects a commitment to lasting soundness and well-being. Owners often note the horses’ willingness to work alongside people and their steady, ground-covering gaits.