Westwind

Westwind, Percheron horses in Hamilton, TX, are located in Bell County and the greater Austin area. For more than a decade, Steve Werkman and Karla Werkman have been breeding Percheron horses with an emphasis on sound conformation and steady temperament, working under American Percheron Horse Association guidelines and maintaining regular veterinary examinations and genetic health screenings.

Their horses are raised on open pastures with daily turnout and introduced to consistent handling from foalhood to encourage gentle, confident behavior. They regularly showcase at local fairs and regional shows, highlighting their commitment to traditional horse farm culture.

The family’s farm combines generations of local farming traditions with careful selection for strength and willingness to work, making each horse well-suited for both draft and light pleasure riding. Fencing and stabling are maintained to allow safe social interaction among herd members, and basic training is offered before a horse leaves the property.