Ripley A. Swan II

Ripley A. Swan II is a Percheron breeder in Lisbon, ME, serving Androscoggin County near Lewiston. With more than a decade of experience, it maintains membership in the Percheron Horse Association and upholds routine health screenings for all breeding stock.

Foals are raised on spacious pastures with daily handling to ensure steady social development and readiness for light farm work. Ripley’s farm blends traditional care with a well-ventilated barn and turnout systems that adapt to seasonal weather in central Maine. Clients often praise the horses’ calm temperament and strong conformation, noting solid movement under harness and ease in riding.

Whether sought for draft work or recreational driving, these Percheron horses reflect a balance of gentle disposition and reliable strength. Emphasis on proper biomechanics guides their pairing decisions, with each stallion and mare evaluated for soundness and temperament. Facilities include a covered wash rack and farrier station to support ongoing hoof care and conditioning.