Steven W. Lehman

Steven W. Lehman, Percheron horses, Topeka, IN, works in the Midwest near Indianapolis. He has bred Percheron horses for over fifteen years and holds membership in the Percheron Horse Association of America, taking part in regional performance classes to maintain high standards. Annual veterinary exams, detailed conformation evaluations and DNA screenings support long-term soundness and adherence to breed guidelines.

His breeding philosophy centers on gentle handling from birth, with foals socialized in small herd groups under daily supervision. The farm features large pastures, shaded run-in shelters and clean stalls, all subject to routine farrier care and veterinary oversight. Stock is selected with an eye toward versatile temperaments suited to driving, show work or therapeutic programs.

Lehman selectively matches bloodlines to ensure structural balance and temperaments suited for modern farm work and the show ring. Visitors often remark on the horses’ calm demeanor and the farm’s commitment to sustainable land stewardship, reflecting a legacy of care.