Mervin Byler

Mervin Byler raises Percheron horses in East Springfield, NY, in upstate New York near Albany. He has been breeding draft horses for more than 15 years, following American Horse Council guidelines with a focus on comprehensive health testing, balanced nutrition, and genetic screening. His farm is registered with the Percheron Horse Association and he schedules regular farrier visits, vaccination updates, and veterinary checkups throughout the year.

Each colt and filly spends time in open pastures, paddocks, and a climate-controlled barn to build confidence and familiarity with people and environments. His care approach blends traditional draft horse husbandry with hands-on socialization and gentle groundwork, resulting in well-adjusted animals ready for both work and leisure. Several of his Percherons have placed in regional driving and draft pulling competitions, reflecting the gentle temperament and strength he cultivates through consistent training on his historic family farm. Owners value his transparent breeding records, steady availability, and the adaptable nature of horses that thrive in varied settings.