Welcome to Fennell’s Alpacas!

My story into the wonderful world of alpacas begins in 2017 when, after months of research, field and shelter preparation and a husbandry course, our small herd of  3 alpacas; 2 pregnant females, one with cria at foot arrived at our farm.   It was an exciting and wonderful day.  That was in August 2017.

The excitement of that day was extinguished just a few weeks later with a cancer diagnose for my husband and within weeks, his death. Through the dark years to follow, my alpacas were a lifeline, a comfort and source of my own wellbeing. The challenges of looking after them on my own were offset but by the joy of their presence and the incredible support of my alpaca mentors and a beautiful circle of friends. As life eventually settled down and started to make sense again, I continued to slowly grow my herd, hanging onto the original plan to develop a small, quality herd of animals.

Now, over 6 years later, the dream has burst into a new, exciting and dynamic reality.  With Elliot joining my life, embracing all things Alpaca and our recent marriage; he has become a partner in the business, and we are thrilled at the opportunity to build our new dream together.