Why Alpacas?
Investment: Being extremely conservative, we visited a number of farms and asked numerous questions before purchasing our first alpacas. We certainly were attracted by their cute, cuddly, gentle dispositions, but still felt that if we could not make money on our investment, what would be the point? Unlike many other livestock, alpacas have kept their value or increased in value since they were first imported to the U.S. in 1984. Prices for quality herdsires have soared. This is in part due to the limited number of alpacas in the U.S. They can no longer be imported. The Alpaca Registry requires that all alpacas be blood-typed to ensure accurate breeding records.

The majority of farms have under 5 alpacas. Many investors will sell their first offspring to recoup their investment, others will choose to grow their herd. There is a sense of security when you have full control over your investment, an investment you can see by looking out your window. (How many people have their hands in your stock investments?)

Tax Advantages: Livestock, farm equipment, and other business expenses such as computers, cameras, travel, etc. are fully depreciable or tax deductible.

Ease of Care: You can raise 5-10 alpacas per acre. They are pasture grazers and eat approximately 1 bale of hay per month. Each animal is given a daily grain supplement costing less than $.50 per day. These animal have a communal dung pile, making clean up easy.

Fleece not meat: Fleece is shorn once a year in the spring. It is a joy to see them kick their heels (hooves) and frolic in the pastures when freed from their winter coat. No slaughtering of an animal you have grown to love.

Insurable Livestock: Each alpaca can be fully insured for aprox. 3% of purchase price. Strong national organization: The Alpaca Owners and Breeders Association (AOBA) board of directors is composed of both large and small breeders and is committed to the success of all breeders. The association is active in marketing, publishes the AOBA magazine (now sold in news stands) assists in education, etc. AOBA's marketing has been so successful that other breeding associations are asking for their assistance.

Why Snugglers' Meadow?
Premier Alpacas: Snugglers' Meadow specializes in premier quality alpacas, including world renowned Accoyos, and black and colored animals from pure Peruvian bloodlines. Our experience has been that our top-of-the-line animals sell first. Customers know that top quality females produce superb crias with increased financial gain.

Award Winning Herdsires: Each of our herdsires are proven show winners, selected from across the country or bred on our farm. Breeding fees include free board, progesterone and ultrasound. There are no hidden handling fees. Discounts are offered to our clients who purchase alpacas, small breeders, and for multiple breedings. We treat you and your alpacas the way we would want to be treated.

Education: Whether you attend a HANDS-ON training class or just come for a farm visit, we enjoy helping you to learn about alpaca selection, husbandry, and basic medical care. We promise to provide objective guidance in selecting an animal. New buyers can be assured that we will provide an accurate assessment of all of our for-sale alpacas, including strengths and potential weaknesses.

Family Values/Family Run: Our dedication to serving God and putting him first in our life, influences all our decisions in our family and our business. You will receive the personal attention of a family run farm. Both our alpacas and yours will receive daily TLC.

Full service Farm: In addition to sales and stud service, we offer a full range of services, including adjistment, transportation, and basic medical care.

Fiber Mill Processing: Our fiber mill can process your fleece into rovings, batts, yarn, or felt to your specifications. We strive to provide services in a timely manner and guarantee a quality product. We can also arrange for your fleece to be made into end products, including sweaters, blankets, shawls, socks, etc.

It Feels Good: Some things cannot be measured by finances or production schedules. The joys of spending time outside with these amazing creatures and having control of your investment gives a sense of security and satisfaction that just plain "feels good". We would hope you feel comfortable with us, our family, our farm, and our alpacas.