Dark Star Ranch

Dark Star Ranch, llamas, Placerville, CA, is set in El Dorado County and the Sierra Nevada foothills near Sacramento. Layla Cordero has cared for llamas for over a decade and follows standards set by national and regional llama associations.

Animals receive daily pasture rotation, routine veterinary checks, and gentle handling to support their health and temperament. Shelter is provided in open barns warmed by sunshine and well drained bedding, and young llamas are socialized early with family visits around the ranch. Breeding stock is selected for calm dispositions and structural soundness, reflecting the ranch’s focus on versatility for pack work and light therapy visits. Visitors often note the relaxed demeanor of Dark Star Ranch llamas and the farm’s commitment to low stress care.

The ranch hosts occasional small group visits during open farm days so guests can learn about llama behavior and sustainable grazing. Fleece quality is evaluated each season, with careful shearing and grading to support local fiber artists.