Sandycreeks

Sandycreeks is a breeder of Percherons in Shipshewana, Indiana, serving LaGrange County and the Michiana region near South Bend. Ervin Dean Bontrager has dedicated over a decade to raising Percherons under guidelines recommended by national breed associations, with all horses undergoing regular veterinary screenings, farrier care, and routine hoof maintenance. Stalls open to pasture rotations allow horses to socialize naturally and develop balanced temperaments, and foals are gently introduced to basic groundwork and handling from an early age.

The farm’s roots in traditional draft horse farming reflect a hands-on approach carried through each generation, pairing sturdy conformation with dependable dispositions. Owners often note the calm presence of Sandycreeks Percherons in both show rings and working farms. Each horse leaves the property with a comprehensive health record to support smooth transitions into new partnerships. Tours of the barns are offered by appointment, allowing observation of daily routines and meetings with horses at various stages of training.