Pleasant Prairie

Pleasant Prairie breeds Percheron horses in Columbus, ND, Burke County and the prairie lands near Minot. It follows standard registry guidelines and health testing routines common for draft horses, including annual farrier visits and routine veterinary assessments, to support sound structure and calm disposition. Its feeding program balances forage and grains to maintain steady growth without excess weight. Foals grow up in open pastures with daily handling for grooming and basic ground training, gaining early exposure to barn routines.

The farm’s single-owner operation reflects Kent M. Horntvedt’s years working with heavy horse breeds on neighboring ranches. Visitors often note the quiet surroundings, shady lanes alongside fenced pastures, and well-kept stalls that contribute to low-stress horses. Each young horse moves gradually from pasture to barn stalls, encouraging steady development and social bonds. Local evaluations praise the farm’s steady approach and horses that adapt well to farm and pulling work.