Wilburn Choate

Wilburn Choate, Percherons, Jamestown, TN, is based in Fentress County and the Appalachian highlands near Knoxville. He has been breeding Percherons for more than a decade and maintains membership in the Percheron Horse Association of America while following established health testing protocols for vaccinations and hoof care. His horses graze on mixed-grass pasture and are handled daily to ensure calm temperament and familiarity with farm routines.

Choate’s barn features separate stalls for mares, foals and stallions, reflecting a focus on safety and social interaction among groups. Several horses have competed at regional agricultural fairs, earning recognition for their strength and steady disposition. Regular feed programs and seasonal turnout support the breed’s wellbeing through all weather conditions.

Foals receive early handling and gentle exposure to harness training under sheltered paddocks near the barn, preparing them for light work as adults. Visitors remark on the peaceful atmosphere and steady gait of Choate’s horses.