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grooming and medical

Compared with other livestock, alpacas are relatively disease free. They are small and easy to maintain, rarely overeat and require no extraordinary care. Other than requiring basic shelter for protection against heat and foul weather and sturdy predator resistant fencing,  they simply need shearing, worming, and vaccinations to maintain their health. And as for grooming, they need even less attention. Below you will find some basic items that we recommend you have on hand for both your medical and grooming needs.


Cleansing Antiseptics
Cleansing Antiseptics
Cleanliness is next to Godliness, the saying goes. And for good livestock husbandry practices, cleanliness in all areas of your farm is the key to maintaining your herd.
Common Household Items
Common Household Items
There are many extremely useful alpaca care items that can be found on your own family's grocery list. These are inexpensive and easy to keep in stock. And as you may find, invaluable when the time comes to use them.
Cria Care
Cria Care
Alpaca babies usually make their entrance into the world with little fuss and muss from either mom, cria or even breeder. But there are times, that special attention is needed around their arrival.
Cria Scale
Cria Scale
The best guides to a crias progress is its growth rate and activity level. They should be weighed daily until they have doubled their birth weight.
Eye Care
Eye Care
One of the most common issues an alpaca breeder has to deal with is eye problems.
Miscellaneous Medical Tools
Miscellaneous Medical Tools
Providing good sound health care for alpacas does not require a lot of technical equipment or large medical tools.
Miscellaneous Medicines
Miscellaneous Medicines
Alpacas are very disease resistant compared to other livestock animals. However, they do require some minimal routine vaccinations and worming treatments.
Syringes & Needles
Syringes & Needles
You will need to have a variety of syringes and needles on hand to administer the various injectable medicines.
Toenail Trimmers
Toenail Trimmers
The alpaca's toenails should be clipped about every six months. They can be trimmed using a pair of short-nosed garden clippers.
Topical Antiseptics
Topical Antiseptics
You will need some sort of topical antiseptic cream to treat small cuts and abrasions to reduce the risk of infection.
Wraps & Bandages
Wraps & Bandages
Medical wraps are an essential item for the alpaca care. They aren't only used for injuries!
 


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