When most people think of Clydesdales, they picture grand parades, pristine show rings, or iconic commercials. And while there’s no denying the power and beauty of a show horse, at JFP Equine, we believe the true magic of the Clydesdale lies in something far more personal: the experience …

If you've been lucky enough to meet ACE, you already know—he's no ordinary horse. But ACE’s journey to stardom is as remarkable as the horse himself—and his path led him through JFP Equine not once, but twice …

Most people know and have a basic understanding of Clydesdales — usually goes something like big, beautiful and Budweiser, right?

But there’s a whole world of quirky, surprising, and downright fascinating facts hiding under those fluffy white feathers …

There’s a new hoofbeat echoing through the barn—and it belongs to Dexter, our newest Clydesdale gelding here at JFP Equine in Waterloo, IL …

If you've ever dreamed of standing next to a gentle giant with feathers on its hooves and a heart of gold, you're in for a treat. Welcome to JFP Equine, a hidden gem in Waterloo, Illinois.

Here are 10 fun facts about JFP Equine that make us a little different (and a lot lovable):

If it's even possible, Clydesdales get even COOLER at Christmas time.

Sure, they're pretty darn cool all year long, but there's just something special about seeing one or more of these big guys around the holidays …

It’s Thanksgiving … and time to reflect! Here are 10 things we are very grateful for, here in our barn at JFP Equine!

10. The sound of Clydesdales eating hay. It's our secret form of …

Recently, KMOV (Channel 4) visited JFP Equine for a segment on the CHORE TIME Clydesdale Experience. Check out one of the segments here …

Just like people, each of our Clydesdales at JFP Equine has a unique story. 

And none of their backgrounds are more impressive than our resident superstar, ACE …

You don’t see this very often - an 18-horse hitch, combining a 6-horse hitch from each of three different draft horse breeds. Back in the 1970’s it happened, and guess who was driving ...

Do Clydesdales like it hot?

Let's just say, like most of us, they aren't a fan of extremes.

Unfortunately here in the St. Louis area, we don't have much of a choice. Summers equal hot, humid days, which means we have to do our best to keep these big guys as comfortable as possible …

INTRODUCING THE CLYDESDALE ACADEMY AT JFP EQUINE

We introduced our ‘Backstage’ Meet N’ Greet for meetin’, greetin’, pettin’ and picture takin’.

We introduced our CHORE TIME for those wanting an up-close-and-personal, hands-on Clydesdale EXPERIENCE.

And now we are introducing our Clydesdale Academy on a very limited basis for those wanting even more …

"DON'T YOU GET ATTACHED TO THEM ... ISN'T IT TOUGH TO SEE THEM GO WHEN YOU SELL ONE?"

It's one of the most asked questions we get from participants during a CHORE TIME Clydesdale Experience. The answer ...

Recently, someone left us the following comment about our CHORE TIME Clydesdale Experience ...

"YOU WANT ME TO PAY YOU TO PET A HORSE, AND THEN DO YOUR CHORES?"

Ha, wouldn't that be a nice concept. It's not quite that simple though …

In all of our travels at JFP Equine taking a Clydesdale to various events, we encounter several assumptions or myths about the breed. Here’s the top three …