How to Safely Transport Alpacas
Horseboxes, cow trailers or specially modified vans are commonly used for transporting alpacas.
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Sep 21, 20215 min read
How to handle and halter train alpacas
Our guide on how to halter train alpacas and safely handle your herd.
Aug 20, 20213 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Keep Alpacas? (Updated October 2023)
As a guide, alpacas cost around £1.20 each per day to keep in the UK, or £37.20 each per month or £438 each per year.
Jul 20, 20213 min read
Breeding Alpacas Part 3 (Gestation, Birthing & Cria Care)
Alpacas are pregnant for an average of 343 days (11.5 months), but can vary between 320 - 375 days!
Jun 22, 20213 min read
Breeding in Alpacas Part 2 (Mating & Testing for Pregnancy)
Alpacas do not have seasons as they are induced ovulators; thought to be brought into ovulation by the act of mating.
May 21, 20213 min read
Breeding in Alpacas Part 1 (Age, Studs & the BAS)
Understand minimum breeding ages, selecting and housing studs, stud services and registering alpacas with the British Alpaca Society.
Apr 21, 20213 min read
How to Treat Worms in Alpacas
Blanket worming is not recommended as this can lead to medication resistance. Instead, carry out FEC (Faecal Egg Counts).
Mar 17, 20213 min read
How to Administer Medications in Alpacas
There are no medications in the UK which are licensed for use in alpacas, so always consult your vet for advice before administering.
Feb 16, 20213 min read
What care do alpacas need?
To ensure your alpaca herd stay healthy and happy, the following routine husbandry practices are recommended...
Jan 18, 20214 min read
What do alpacas eat?
Alpacas need to eat good quality grass and hay, but but can be given a supplementary feed where appropriate.
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