Rebecca Bastiaens

Rebecca Bastiaens is a Shire horse breeder in Scandia, MN, Washington County and the Twin Cities near Saint Paul. With more than a decade of breeding experience and alignment with national equine associations, she follows recommended health testing and breeding guidelines.

Her Shire horses are raised on spacious pastures where they receive daily handling, socialization, and turnout to encourage a calm, adaptable temperament. Horses from her program trace back to bloodlines renowned for strength and gentle dispositions, fitting them for driving, farm work, or leisure riding. Attention to individual care and early training supports each horse’s well-being and performance.

The farm’s pastures are enriched with loamy soils and seasonal forage, and horses have access to stalls with bedding for comfort in colder months. Rebecca integrates foundational groundwork and trailer-loading practice into early education to foster confidence in varied environments. Participation in regional shows and support for therapy programs showcase the versatility and disposition of her Shire horses.