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Helpful Tips Work in a smaller pen packed with alpacas to limit movement for herd management Less people + more alpacas in pen= less scared alpacas for herd management Give alpaca an escape route forward so they don’t feel trapped- … Continued

Alpaca fiber can be spun into yarn, felted, and made into fabric. You can use raw fiber or have it processed into roving, yarn, felt batts and more at a custom mill. Some people sell their fiber and others create … Continued

There is a lot to learn about Suris and Huacayas with many bloodlines and different fleece characteristics. We wanted to focus on one and chose Suris after falling completely in love with their look. In addition to that: Suris have … Continued

Here’s a bit of information on how we price our alpacas and what information to consider when purchasing them. We price our alpacas based on quite a few different criteria. We take the following into consideration and then run comps: … Continued

The summers are extra hot but alpacas can be successfully raised in Texas with some precautions. Tips to Avoid Heat Stress Make sure their shelter is as cool as can be. A nice breeze and strong fans can make a … Continued

Start with a Business Plan and Ranch Visits Alpaca ranching can be a very exciting and a nice lifestyle business. But as with any business, success is not automatic. Your success depends on your research, business plan, business skills, available … Continued

Part of proper socialization includes how crias interact with humans. With no interaction, they can be a bit “wild”, with over-handling they can end up exhibiting beserk male syndrome and become aggressive. So how do you raise properly socialized, friendly … Continued

Alpacas are small acreage animals, but when I looked at area counties in Texas, most required 10 acres to qualify for agricultural exemption. Check with your county or real estate agent. Avoid land with Johnson grass (toxic) and excessive burrs … Continued

This is not meant to be a complete list as we all have different preferences and set ups. Here’s a starter checklist Fenced area- separate ones for females, weaned males, mature males Barn/shelter for alpacas Hay storage area Water buckets … Continued