Nutrition:

• Feed made by Dr. Norman Evans, DVM formulated especially for alpacas.
  
• CBC, Chem panel, Elemental panel of our alpacas to determine ideal balances, so that they may be properly supplemented with the appropriate vitamins and minerals.
  
• All pastures, hay and water tested for mineral deficiencies to establish a baseline.
  
• Electrolytes added to water during warmer weather.

Care:

• Accurate and comprehensive health records.
  
• Regular, scheduled herd maintenance including toenail trimming, regular weighing and body score monitoring, monthly de-worming programs and annual vaccinations.
  
• Quarantine of new arrivals.
  
• Pastures and barns cleaned twice daily.

Training:

• Definitive handling procedures ensure alpacas are caught up, touched and trained in a consistent, quiet, stress-free and respectful manner.
  
• Every cria born on our farm is trained for easy haltering and leading using a combination of techniques derived from Linda Tellington-Jones’ TTouch, John Mallon and Marty McGee Bennett.
• Each cria is taught to cooperatively stand for weighing and to understand their own ability to balance for toenail trimming.
• Our alpacas are known for their calmness and approachability.