Peapod Acres Alpacas

Peapod Acres Alpacas is a breeder of alpacas in Ashland, OH, in Ashland County and northcentral Ohio near Cleveland. Angela Lowther-Schnieders and Rudi Schnieders have been working with these gentle creatures for more than a decade under Alpaca Owners Association standards.

As members of the Alpaca Owners Association and the Ohio alpaca guild, they share expertise at regional fairs and fiber festivals during warmer months. They maintain regular health screenings, genetic testing and fiber quality assessments to support herd wellness. The animals graze on rotational pastures and enjoy daily handling in a farmyard setting designed to encourage calm behavior.

Their fiber is processed on site, and visitors can learn about alpaca care and fiber arts through small-group farm tours. Reviews highlight the herd’s friendly disposition and the breeders’ open communication from first contact to after-sales support. Peapod Acres Alpacas fosters a community-focused approach that blends tradition and conservation in every aspect of its operation.