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Basic husbandry information

The stocking rate of for alpacas is 4/5 per acre. Being a herd animal they should not be kept alone they as they require company.

They can stay out all winter although some shelter is advisable in harsh winter conditions.

The alpaca should be wormed and vaccinated every six months and toenails clipped as required, usually 2-3 times per year. They will also require there teeth trimmed annually this is usually done whilst the alpaca is restrained for shearing.

The female alpaca has a gestation of about 11 months with a single offspring known as a cria each year. Births rarely require assistance and generally occur during daylight hours. The female is ready to be remated approximately 2 weeks after given birth.

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