Tag Archives: alpacas

Snow day!

Posted on February 7, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

Two and half feet of snow really make it hard to get some exercise, if you are a horse or an alpaca, unless you have very clever parents. All the animals were going a bit stir crazy (which can get … Continue reading →

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Mom’s new barn cat

Posted on January 31, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

The other new kitty is finally out of hiding. Zipporah is much more timid, and not quite friendly, so it took her much longer to get out into the open. This kitty’s semi-official name when she arrived at the barn … Continue reading →

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Alpaca bio: Bravado

Posted on January 25, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

Bravado may be my favorite of our alpacas, and it has nothing to do with his fiber (which I haven’t even spun yet). He’s a suri alpaca, unlike the rest of our herd, who are huacayas. Instead of being fluffy his … Continue reading →

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But no blue ones

Posted on January 19, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

According to the ARI (Alpaca Registry, Inc.), an organization that tracks the lineage of American alpacas, there are a whopping 16 recognized colors of alpacas. The Alpaca Owners and Breeders Association recognizes 22, the other 6 being combinations of the solid colors like “pinto” … Continue reading →

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Alpaca bio: Morocco

Posted on January 18, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

Morocco reminds me of the quiet kid in class. You know the one that sits in the back and doesn’t talk much, but you’re pretty sure he’s either the smartest kid there or a sociopath. Yeah, that’s our Mo.

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Farm check!

Posted on January 16, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

Last week, our vet, Dr. Balch, came by for what she calls, a “Farm check!” (the explanation point is required). She looked at each of our alpacas, checking their body mass indexes, their teeth, and their toenails. I think of … Continue reading →

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Our holiday trunk show

Posted on January 13, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

We have been very, very fortunate to have such good friends. I can’t say that often enough, from our vet to our customers, everyone we talk to about our animals and our products is or has become a friend of … Continue reading →

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Food fight!

Posted on January 9, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

As a general rule, the alpacas are mild-mannered, sweet-tempered animals. The only exception is feeding time. Can you guess which alpaca is the pushiest? Yup! It’s Brittany! And though getting caught in the crossfire between the girls is “all part … Continue reading →

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A piece of history

Posted on January 5, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

Even though it was made by a third generation wheel maker, my spinning wheel is brand new. It was made when I ordered it, for me. Anyone in my family will tell you: I’m not a great share-er. But there’s … Continue reading →

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The Great Escape

Posted on January 4, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

When you have animals of any species, you seem to develop some odd sixth sense that instantly recognizes when something is out-of-place or out of the ordinary. I imagine it’s much like the eyes in the back of Mom’s head, invisible, … Continue reading →

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