Nelson D. Beachy

Nelson D. Beachy, Percheron breeder in Sugarcreek, OH, serves Tuscarawas County near Canton. He adheres to guidelines from recognized registries such as the American Percheron Horse Association and arranges veterinary evaluations including soundness ultrasounds to support developing joints and hooves.

His breeding stock are selected for strong conformation, reliable disposition, and versatility in draft work and driving events. The herd grazes on rotated pastures with mineral-rich forage, and foals benefit from daily handling from birth to foster a calm, steady temperament. Foals spend early months in monitored small groups to encourage social skills and safe interaction.

His stalls are cleaned twice daily, his broodmares foal in a well-lit barn aisle, and turnout schedules are tailored to each horse’s conditioning. His feeding program blends traditional hay with targeted supplements to promote muscle health. Built on a family farm established generations ago, his program balances tradition with modern equine practices and draws praise for horses’ consistent movement and gentle temperaments.