Wayne Hostetler

Wayne Hostetler, Percheron horses, Holmesville, OH, in Holmes County and the Amish Country near Cleveland. He has been involved in breeding Percheron horses for many years and holds membership in national equine associations with routine health screenings for hips, eyes, and cardiovascular health. He operates from a modest farmstead where each mare follows an individualized nutrition and fitness plan to support breeding performance. His breeding program emphasizes strong conformation, gentle dispositions, and adaptability.

Horses are raised on open pastures with daily turnout and early handling to encourage calm interactions with visitors. Wayne places importance on soil-balanced pasture management and clean stabling in winter months to support overall well-being. Several of his foals have drawn praise at county fairs for their balanced gait and steadiness under harness. Feedback from local farmers notes their reliability in light draft work on family farms.