This year, we’re unveiling double the fun with Dawson and Pacey, two charismatic alpacas from All In Alpacas, owned by Derek and Lindsay Stoltz and their teenage daughters in Rockwood, Ontario.

The Stoltz family’s farming roots run deep. Derek grew up on a dairy farm in Waterloo Region, showing cattle for many years through 4H. Lindsay, a small-town girl with a passion for horses, also participated in 4H and dreamed of one day competing at the Royal Horse Show under its bright lights.

Lindsay’s love for animals led her to a career in veterinary medicine. During her first year at the Ontario Veterinary College, she encountered alpacas during a small ruminant lab and was instantly captivated. This love-at-first-sight moment in 2000 marked the beginning of a dream.

Derek, despite pursuing accounting, remained dedicated to farming. He often jokes that alpacas were part of the marriage contract! In 2020, their dream became reality with the arrival of their first herd of six alpacas, handpicked from elite genetic lines across Canada. Today, their herd has grown to 18 alpacas and continues to expand.

All In Alpacas focuses on breeding alpacas with excellent conformation, gentle temperaments, and exceptional fiber. These principles guide every decision they make. Since 2021, the farm has welcomed thousands of visitors and offers a variety of handcrafted, Canadian- made premium alpaca products. As a member of the Alpaca Ontario board, Lindsay had the honor of chairing the inaugural “Royal Alpaca Show” at The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair last yeat (2023). The Stoltz family looks forward to many more years of showcasing their alpacas at The Royal and advocating for the importance of fiber production in Ontario. Now onto introducing the newest members of The Royal Family!