Taylor Van Zyl

Taylor Van Zyl is a breeder of Percheron horses in Surprise, AZ, in Maricopa County and the Sonoran Desert near Phoenix. The operation builds on a family history of draft horse breeding that stretches back generations, with routine health testing and careful selection for structural soundness. Taylor Van Zyl maintains membership in draft horse associations and follows recommended screenings for hooves, joints and vaccinations to support balanced development. The horses graze on irrigated pasture by day and retire to a sheltered barn each evening, where regular handling encourages calm, confident behavior. Foals receive early socialization around children and other farm animals to support steady temperaments.

Through local exhibitions and community plowing events, Percherons from the farm showcase both gentle dispositions and working strength. Many owners praise the openness around lineage records and ongoing support as the horses settle into new homes. The breeder emphasizes thoughtful pairings and transparent discussions to ensure every match suits both horse and owner.