Rueben Hershberger

Rueben Hershberger is a breeder of Percheron horses in Fredericksburg, OH, Tuscarawas County in east central Ohio near Canton. He has worked with draft horses for over fifteen years and follows health and soundness guidelines set by the Percheron Horse Association. Each foal is raised with daily turnout on mixed grass pastures and regular handling to build a calm temperament and strong social bonds.

The farm combines traditional broodmare care with modern nutrition plans, ensuring mares and foals receive balanced forage, minerals and veterinary checkups from local equine practitioners. Clients often note the horses’ steady gait and gentle disposition when visiting the barn or seeing them in draft demonstrations. Independent reviewers praise consistent breeding records and a commitment to clear transfer of ownership paperwork. His barn maintains heated and ventilated stalls to protect animals through Ohio’s varied seasons. Annual evaluations by a certified equine nutritionist help adjust feeding as horses mature.