we have a small herd of Scottish Highland Cattle, but no horses at the moment.

But every county fair in New York State has a day set aside for the draft horse shows. Mostly Belgiums, Percherons and Clydesdales and the occasional Shire.

Americans tend to raise taller and taller stock, which I'm skeptical of; but at least we keep the breeds intact. And the Amish have been moving onto our hill, so the drafts still earn their keep, as opposed to be being kept for "hobbists".

Many a failed or retired Standardbred (harness horse racer) has ended up pulling an Amish wagon or buggy. Always a hoot when I see a pacer on the road.