Norwegian Dole Horse Breeding in Maine | A Rare Draft Legacy
We are a small-scale breeding farm in Cherryfield, Maine, devoted to one of the rarest draft breeds in the world: the Norwegian Dole horse. With their feathered legs, thick manes, and calm presence, these powerful cold-blooded horses are as striking as they are steady. Known for their gentle temperament and versatility, the Dole is nearly unknown in the U.S.—but unforgettable once you meet one.
We breed the traditional way: carefully selecting stallions and mares each spring and letting them spend the summer together in genuine pasture partnership. It’s slow, natural, and deeply rooted in Norwegian custom—a rhythm that honors the breed, not the market.
Because we breed with intention, our foals are few—and often spoken for before birth. If you’re looking for something rare, grounded, and meaningful to be part of, you might just fall in love here.
Why Reserve a Foal with Us?
☑ Rare & Remarkably Versatile:
The Dole horse is a carefully preserved Norwegian draft breed—robust enough for farm work, agile enough for riding, and gentle enough for the whole family. Think draft horse charm without the draft horse hassle.
☑ Predictably Wonderful Temperament:
Bred under strict Norwegian standards from premier, approved parents. No surprises here—just friendly, steady horses with a balanced build and personality to match.
☑ Healthy, Clean Genetics:
Registered in the Norwegian studbook, fully vaccinated, microchipped, and bred from meticulously selected bloodlines, ensuring exceptional health and vitality.
☑ Raised with Honesty & Heart:
Born and raised by us personally here on our farm in Cherryfield, Maine, where tradition meets genuine care and plenty of affection.
Current availability:
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2025-2026
One pairing still available: Valheims Tindra x Lundes Storm.
2026-2027
Looking ahead? Idun Gjeldaker is already reserved for this season, but we’re open for early reservations for the 2026–2027 breeding season.Curious about how it all works? Here’s what our agreement typically looks like
We’re happy to help you find the right match—just reach out.
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2025 All reserved
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No foals currently available.
Interested in future foals or a custom match? Contact us.
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Our licensed Dole stallion Storm is currently available for approved A-category Dole mares only.
Bekk Basse will join our stallion program from 2026.
Interested in using one of our stallions? We’re happy to talk details, logistics, and lineage. Contact us.
Meet our Stallions
Meet our Stallions
Approved, well-mannered, and purposefully chosen—these stallions represent everything we stand for in preserving the Dole breed.
Lundes Storm
2012, 3pr.
Storm is the kind of stallion that immediately puts people at ease. Calm, steady, and impressively grounded, he’s what we lovingly call “bomb-proof.” Whether he’s working around children,
well behaved around mares, or simply being handled day-to-day—his manners never waver. He’s soft without being dull, sweet without being passive, and stable in a way that makes you exhale.
If you’re looking for predictability in temperament without compromising on beauty or presence, Storm delivers. With abundant feathering, a thick mane, and a conformation that’s true to the Dole standard, he’s as striking as he is trustworthy. And with a lifetime breeding license behind his name, his quality speaks for itself—on paper and in person.
We’re proud to have him at the heart of our program—and happy to answer any questions about his availability. Contact us here.
Stallion Evaluation (2019 – Stav)
Award Level: 3rd Prize
Measurements:
Withers Height (stick): 155 cm
Withers Height (tape): 166 cm
Chest Circumference: 192 cm
Cannon Bone Circumference: 23.5 cm
Clavicle Width: 8.4 cm
Scoring (out of 10):
Breed Type & Expression: 8
Conformation & Musculature: 8
Bone Quality & Leg Structure: 7.5
Front Legs: 7
Hind Legs: 7.5
Movement Correctness: 8
Movement Quality Overall: 7
Walk: 7.5
Trot: 7
Canter: 6.5
Overall Exterior Score: 7.5
Judge’s Comments:
Stallion of good type. Well-shaped, short neck. Slightly upright shoulder. Rounded withers. Good topline and sloping croup. Strong thighs. Good hair growth. Slight toe-in on left front. Upright hind pasterns. Good walk, short trot. Narrow movement in limbs.
Temperament: 9
Veterinary Notes:
Shown in overly good condition. Some skin thickening and skin scurf. Dry, clean joints. Narrow front hooves.
Health Score: 8
Bekk Basse
2023
Still young and full of promise, Bekk Basse is showing all the right signs of becoming an exceptional example of the Dole breed. With striking feather, a full mane, and a strong, balanced frame, he’s
developing into a breed-typical stallion with a more athletic edge—making him an exciting prospect for those looking for a versatile, all-around partner with riding potential.
He is energetic, alert, and endlessly curious—always the first to investigate, never the last to try. He’s brave, social, and tuned in to his surroundings in a way that feels more intelligent than reactive. He’s still growing—both physically and mentally—but the foundation is there: a bold spirit paired with a trainable nature. Exactly what you’d hope for in a future breeding stallion or riding companion.
Bekk Basse isn’t of breeding age yet, but he’s one to watch. He’ll be available for stud starting in 2026. If you want to follow his journey or learn more. Contact us here.
Livs Gulltind
2024
Livs Gulltind is our youngest stallion prospect, and while he’s got a long way to grow, he’s already showing signs of the good stuff: curious, social, and always the first to come say hi
(or investigate whatever just moved). He’s sweet, bold, and honestly… kind of adorable.
The feathering is already coming in strong, and so is the personality. We’ve got high hopes for this one—and a few years to enjoy watching him grow into it.
Livs Gulltind will be available from 2027—until then, follow along as he finds his stride.
Meet our Mares
Meet our Mares
Well-built, breed-typical, and carefully selected—our mares are the foundation of our breeding program and the future of the Dole horse in the U.S.
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