Shangrila Llamas in Virginia

Harry and Laurie Mollin

Here in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, we've been raising llamas since 1987 where most of our herd of about forty to fifty llamas have been born. Our babies range from light to heavy wool and from extra large to petite. We selectively breed for strong Appaloosa bloodlines.
Our newest appaloosa herd sire Argentine Altanero's first two babies have finally arrived.

Our breeding program produces llamas with pretty faces, striking colors, silky fiber and the best conformation possible, but the most important thing to us is temperament. All of our herd sires are sweet natured and almost all of our dams were born on our farm so they trust us.


Power Spike also gave us another adorable appy

We do everything we can to raise llamas who are a pleasure to be around. As soon as our babies hit the ground they are desensitized and taught to trust us. They are halter and lead trained as soon as possible and many are also trained with the Clicker on an obstacle course and to carry a pack.

We even have our granddaughter Hannah teach them how to kiss.

We also enjoy producing working llamas. Many are guarding livestock or used as pack llamas. And many are winning in the show ring. Two of our llamas are working as llama therapists in a hospital. And Twin Creek's Llama Treks purchased three of our boys for their trekking company.

We always welcome visitors to the farm. As you can see our girls are lined up to greet you.

Links to Articles and other Llama Info
The Clicker Clinic.
Clicker Training at Public Events.
Clicker Training for Obstacles.
Clicker Training with a Tunnel Obstacle
Clicker Training for Pack Training
Guarding Livestock Article
The Day in the Life of Therapy Llamas
Surprise Obstacle Practice Day
Links to Other Llama Info
Pregnancy Watch List

We have had many clinics here over the years at the farm to help educate new owners.