What inspired us to start raising alpacas? We discovered that we were in love with them, and with the lifestyle of the alpaca! There are a myriad of reasons to consider starting the alpaca farming business… Here are nine reasons!
1. Love of the Animals
As I mentioned that we were captivated by the animals! The first time we went to an alpaca farm, and saw those beautiful animals it was an instant love affair! There is a calmness to these gentle creatures with their elegant long necks, huge eyes with long, luscious lashes and a gentle sounding. Alpacas remain awe-inspiring to us, and are a dream for those who have “taken leap.”
2. The Passion for Luxury Fiber
While I went through the pile of fiber that we had collected after our first shearing, was adamant about learning how to utilize this luxurious fiber. It’s extremely high-quality super silky, luxurious, shiny and silky. Although it is similar to sheep’s wool it isn’t too prickly or lanolin-free and is therefore hypoallergenic.
The fiber can be purchased in its raw form to be spun, then carded to create yarn. It can also be crocheted knitted, or weaved into numerous products or felted. The possibilities are infinite!
3. The desire to a Rural Lifestyle
The presence of alpacas is an incentive to go outside and enjoy the nature, and take in the beauty around us. Even though we are right close to major roads but there’s something more relaxing about living on a farm, bringing up animals, tending to their basic needs since they are dependent on us for that while sometimes getting dirty. It’s more peaceful. I enjoy being in the nature everywhere around me and looking out of my window to see alpacas roaming in the fields makes it even more pleasurable. Alpacas tend to be gentle curious creatures that inspire us to spend time with them to look at them and be awed by them.
4. The Story of a Great Family Endeavor
A farms of every kind can teach children responsibility and responsibility, and alpacas do well with children. If visitors arrive to visit, we recommend they sit down to make sure they’re smaller in size, as alpacas are less frightened by children, and more apt to interact with them. There are a myriad of ways that children can assist to look after the alpacas. From filling up water buckets, scooping poop out, to the halter training…there always is a task to help. The simple act of assigning chores to your children will teach them an ethic of hard work and a sense of responsibility to carry into adulthood. Additionally they will cherish the bonds they build with alpacas!
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5. Easy to take care of
In comparison with other animals on farms Alpacas require little maintenance. They also are able to adapt to a variety of climates and types of weather. If you have a single an acre in land you could easily keep between six and 10 alpacas. Alpacas require regular feeds and access to plenty of fresh water, in addition to refuge from harsh elements. They spend the majority of their time grazing on the fields. Also, make plans for annually shearing, deworming and trimming toenails, as well as occasionally teeth trimming and annual vaccinations.
6. Alpacas Provide Stress Relief
Although alpacas do have peculiar behaviors, like spitting out when they’re unhappy the more and more animal lovers are choosing to rear them since they’re easy to care for well-mannered, clever, and clean. Spending time with alpacas can be an excellent way of relaxing, and is ideal for getting away from all the worries of life!
7. Alpacas can be trained
Alpacas are the perfect animal to train with an halter and lead. Although they can be a bit frightened at first I’m always amazed at how quickly weanlings begin to be confident and learns after halter training has begun and how fast they start to trust and follow through with what asking them to do. Alpacas are able to master obstacle courses, walk over bridges, across teeter totters as well as through streamers as well as crawling in and out of minivans!
8. Alpaca Manure is Great Fertilizer
We love using the poop from alpacas as fertilizer! I believe the smell isn’t as intense as cow manure but our plants are growing like crazy! We transfer it right out of the pasture and straight into the gardens. Free fertilizer is an excellent perk for alpacas.
9. The Most Cute Babies Ever
One of the most enjoyable aspects of raising alpacas is having baby alpacas, or Crias. It’s been a long time since I’ve waited for them and anticipating their birth and asking whether my Alpaca pregnant brings the excitement of the moment. Being able to witness their birth is memorable and watching them play in the field makes me smile on my face. Females can be bred only once each year and are able to are gestational for 242-345 days. Being with animals as a crias the perfect owner/animal bond and builds trust…and the pups are just so adorable!
Alpacas tend to be herds of animals, so they can’t be kept in a single place You’ll have to own at minimum two. This is a wonderful option because they don’t require us. If your pet has at minimum one friend, there’s no need to worry about having enough time or keeping them engaged. Get them some friends and they’ll be good to go.