Stephan Y. Zook

Stephan Y. Zook raises Percheron horses in Fountain City, IN, in east-central Indiana near Indianapolis. He is a member of the American Percheron Horse Association and supports recommended health screenings, including regular veterinary assessments, genetic testing and hoof evaluations. His bloodlines combine strength and a gentle disposition, with mares and foals spending their early months under attentive care in spacious oak-shaded paddocks on rolling grasslands. Daily turnout, hands-on handling and grooming sessions help foals and yearlings develop calm, cooperative temperaments from an early age.

The farm emphasizes training for light draft work, carriage driving and occasional fair exhibitions that showcase the breed’s classic movement. One owner highlighted the steady temperament that adapts well to both farm chores and weekend trail rides with family groups. Seasonal pasture rotation, balanced nutrition plans and shelter from harsh weather ensure each horse remains healthy and sound throughout the year.