Mike Brinker

Mike Brinker works with Percheron horses in Carroll, IA, located in Carroll County in western Iowa near Des Moines. He follows guidelines from Percheron breed associations on health screening and conformation evaluation to maintain sound bloodlines.

His farm practices include daily turnout, shelter in sturdy run-in sheds and regular handling to build trust and social skills. Each foal is raised with careful attention to nutrition and hoof care in a pasture-based setting with ample space to roam. Mike emphasizes gentle training and steady temperaments that suit both light draft work and family-friendly riding.

His herd reflects a balance of solid bone structure and willing dispositions that often draws praise from fellow breeders in the region. He also shares knowledge through local draft horse demonstrations and clinic events to support community understanding of Percheron heritage. His program respects lineage tracing to French draft traditions and aims to preserve classic breed characteristics.