Michael Sprowls

Michael Sprowls, Percherons, Claysville, PA, is based in Washington County near Pittsburgh. He follows American Percheron Horse Association standards and conducts annual health evaluations including digital radiographs, conformation assessments, and temperament profiling to ensure each foal meets registry guidelines.

His horses live in spacious pasture-based herds on gently rolling farmland, where daily handling and positive reinforcement help build trust and foals are exposed to household activities and varied terrain from an early age. Michael draws on his family’s farm history dating back three generations to blend traditional draft horse husbandry with modern welfare practices, resulting in horses noted for their calm disposition, strength, and adaptability in both agricultural and recreational settings.

Local farmers and riding centers in southwestern Pennsylvania often select his stock for seasonal work and youth programs, praising their steady gait and willingness to learn. Recent foal crops include fillies with promising movement that have been showcased at community agricultural fairs for draft horse classes.