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Category Archives: animals
Alpacas in sprinkler video
If you’ve ever wondered what alpacas look like when they’re playing in a sprinkler? No? Where is your curiosity? Well it’s a fairly tame sort of “playing” but it’s adorable.
Daddy’s boys are eating out of his hands, literally
Dad has had a project recently, trying to teach the alpacas to eat their crumbles (a pellet treat) from his hands. Alpacas as a general rule don’t really approve of interactions with people, so it’s actually quite a difficult endeavor. … Continue reading
Big boys meet the little boys
We’ve been a little nervous about introducing the big boys the herd, since Marcello has a bit of a reputation. But now that the big boys have had their *ahem* operations…we figured the timing was right. Besides, when it gets … Continue reading
Herd dynamics
One afternoon last weekend, I went out to the alpaca turnout to shoo the girls into their paddock and let out the big boys, and I couldn’t find them. They weren’t at the feed troughs, or grazing on the stubbly, … Continue reading
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Tagged alpaca ranch, alpacas, herd dynamics, herds, paddocks, ranch life, turnout
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Retroactive post: A quick story about gates (and closing them)
The very first day that I took care of the animals all by myself was a proud one. Mom and Dad were somewhere, off at a work conference maybe. I only had to keep things running for one whole day … Continue reading
Video of crias
Trip and Marsy don’t let their Mom’s lack of interest in turnout keep them from enjoying the open space. They appear to have springs in their legs, right?
Baby update
Yesterday Dr. Balsch, our vet, came by to give Trip and Marsy their first shots! I apparently left my phone in the office, so I haven’t been able to call for updates, but I’m sure it went fine. I had … Continue reading
This is Brittany’s story
Millions of Americans are struggling with addiction. This is Brittany’s story. Brittany had a rough childhood. Her mom, Bookoo, couldn’t provide what she needed, and Brittany nearly starved. She was forced to turn to foster parents for milk and love. … Continue reading
Cliff House Alpacas 