Rudy E. Borntrager

Rudy E. Borntrager raises Percheron horses in Orchard, NE, northeast Nebraska near Omaha. He has been breeding these draft horses for over a decade, following registry guidelines and ensuring regular veterinary health screenings and conformation evaluations.

His herd grazes on rolling pastures, and each foal receives daily handling to encourage confidence, strong bone development, social skills, and early ground training. Groups rotate through shaded paddocks to promote hoof soundness and a calm pasture environment, with access to shelter during storms. Annual dental care, parasite control, and vaccination schedules are all part of a herd health plan maintained by a local equine veterinarian.

Borntrager’s focus on balanced nutrition from high quality forages and grain mixes, along with routine farrier visits, supports calm temperaments and muscular builds typical of Percheron pedigrees. Many owners comment on the even disposition, reliable performance, and solid work ethic of their horses. He maintains open communication about care practices, shares detailed records on each horse’s growth and training, and supports new owners with preparation guidance.