Wilmer Yoder

Wilmer Yoder, Percheron breeder in Freedom, NY, western New York near Buffalo, is raising gentle giants for farm work. He has been breeding Percheron horses for over fifteen years, registering stock with the American Percheron Horse Association and performing Coggins tests to maintain herd health.

His horses roam pasture herds in summer and are stalled in roomy barns for winter, receiving daily handling, balanced feed and scheduled farrier visits for strong foundations. Raised on a multigenerational family farm, Yoder focuses on positive early halter training so foals gain confidence and learn basic commands long before entering adult work. Each horse benefits from socialization with other breeds and daily turnout across rolling pastures, supporting mental well-being and a calm temperament under saddle or at the hitch.

In local county fairs and draft horse shows, Yoder’s Percherons have earned praise for their steady work ethic and measured gait, reflecting his patient approach to handling. Clients commend honest communication and the horses’ reliability on farm chores, trail rides and light draft work, noting balanced dispositions and sound conformation.