Merle Schwartz

Merle Schwartz, Percheron(s), Nappanee, IN, in Elkhart County and the Michiana region near South Bend, is a seasoned equine breeder. Merle has been breeding Percherons for over fifteen years, holding registrations with the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy and adhering to regular veterinary health screenings.

Foals are raised in open pastures with daily handling from foaling through early training and receive turnout alongside companion light breeds. The farm’s gentle approach has produced gentle giants used in carriage work and therapeutic riding programs, reflecting a balance of strength and temperament.

Merle welcomes visits by appointment to discuss pedigrees, lineage, and future breeding plans in a relaxed farm setting. Merle’s records go back several generations, offering transparency on traits such as soundness, size, and gaits for prospective owners. Clients appreciate the quiet temperament and willingness to learn, qualities that Merle emphasizes through consistent early exposure to farm life and teamwork.