Purgatory Valley Ranch

Purgatory Valley Ranch, Shire horses, La Junta, Colorado in Otero County and the Arkansas Valley near Pueblo. Dave Daniher and Brenda Daniher are dedicated breeders with a history of careful selection and health testing through national draft horse registries. Their herd benefits from daily turnout on irrigated pasture and routine farrier and veterinary care.

They emphasize early socialization, gentle groundwork and exposure to light draft work, allowing each horse to develop confidence and steady temperament. Housed in well-ventilated barns with ample run-in sheds, the animals share space with a small flock of sheep, which helps maintain calm group dynamics. Visitors often note the horses’ even-keeled nature and willingness under harness, reflecting the ranch’s thoughtful breeding philosophy.