Claddagh Farm LLC

Claddagh Farm LLC alpacas in LaFayette, NY, serve Onondaga County and the Finger Lakes near Syracuse. Carl and Sarah Lamanna have been breeding alpacas for several years, maintaining active membership in the Alpaca Owners Association and conducting routine health screenings on every animal. Animals are raised in a pasture-based environment with daily hands-on interaction to support gentle temperaments and regular fleece evaluations to ensure consistent fiber quality.

Their program includes breeding choices informed by objective fleece data and structural assessments, alongside a commitment to sound footing and shelter through seasonal changes. Visitors often note the calm demeanor of the herd, reflecting early socialization and low-stress handling from birth. Experience with show circuits has led to multiple champions in regional fleece competitions, and several offspring have gone on to fiber arts projects across the Northeast. The farm’s founding on a restored dairy property adds a sense of heritage, with barns adapted for alpaca comfort and sustainable pasture rotations.