Download or read book Alpacas Keeping written by Thomas Green and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2023-01-30 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you have desired and fancied keeping alpacas as a pet or for commercial purpose, but you have no idea of how you can adequately care for it so it can be comfortable and healthy. This book is exactly what you need. The alpacas and llamas both come from the camelid family but they are not nearly as bad tempered and smelly as their relative the camel, and are closer to llamas. Alpacas give more wool as their wool is fine and in a single layer. Alpacas are ideal animals for the small homestead. There really is joy in keeping alpacas as they are an easy care livestock. They are hardy, generally disease-resistant and they thrive in every weather condition imaginable. They are good with children and therefore alpacas make excellent pets. They almost always give birth during daylight hours, and are a novel experience for the kids, and also less stressful for mom and dad! In this book you will learn how to feed, care, treat, groom, housing, proper hygiene and welfare of alpacas and how best you can groom them as your pet. GRAB YOUR COPY NOW!!!

Download or read book Alpaca Keeping written by Harry Fields and published by . This book was released on 2014-04-30 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You'll discover everything you need to know from selecting a healthy alpaca, associated costs, housing, husbandry, health and breeding, plus useful frequently asked questions. Each section is covered in detail.

Download or read book Llama and Alpaca Care E Book written by Chris Cebra and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2014-02-15 with total page 808 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designed for the mixed practice large animal veterinarian, veterinary students, and camelid caretakers alike, Llama and Alpaca Care covers all major body systems, herd health, physical examination, nutrition, reproduction, surgery, anesthesia, and multisystem diseases of llamas and alpacas. Written by world-renowned camelid specialists and experts in the field, this comprehensive and uniquely global text offers quick access to the most current knowledge in this area. With coverage ranging from basic maintenance such as restraint and handling to more complex topics including anesthesia and surgery, this text provides the full range of knowledge required for the management of llamas and alpacas. "..an essential text for anyone working with South American camelids." Reviewed by Claire E. Whitehead on behalf of Veterinary Record, July 2015 Over 500 full-color images provide detailed, highly illustrated coverage of all major body systems, physical examination, nutrition, anesthesia, fluid therapy, multisystem diseases, and surgical disorders. World-renowned camelid experts and specialists in the field each bring a specific area of expertise for a uniquely global text. Comprehensive herd health content includes handling techniques, vaccinations, biosecurity, and protecting the herd from predators. Coverage of anesthesia and analgesia includes the latest information on pharmacokinetics of anesthetic drugs, chemical restraint, injectable and inhalation anesthesia, neuroanesthesia, and pain management. Reproduction section contains information on breeding management, lactation, infertility, and embryo transfer. Nutrition information offers detailed nutritional requirements and discusses feeding management systems and feeding behavior.

Download or read book Llamas and Alpacas written by Sue Weaver and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2009-07-28 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There has never been a better time to add a few camelid comrades to your camp—and in Llamas and Alpacas, author and expert Sue Weaver shows you just how to make it happen! With color photos, advice from experienced breeders and farmers, and a comprehensive appendix on common maladies, you'll learn the ins and outs of buying and caring for these remarkable creatures—and delight in what they can do for you in returns! The Hobby Farms livestock care manuals will help both experienced and novice hobby farmers realize their own dreams of life on the farm - for pleasure and profit.

Download or read book Keeping Alpacas written by Helen Rose and published by . This book was released on 2013-01-23 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alpacas are charming animals. Gentle and curious they require little work to look after and they produce a luxury fibre. This easy to read book is a journal that takes you through a year of keeping alpacas on a smallholding and includes helpful alpaca facts. With lovely black and white photographs that illustrate alpaca behaviour. Sharing practical experiences of; babies, mating, selling , loading into trailers, showing, halter training, firework night, frozen water troughs, snow and much, much more.

Download or read book Llamas and Alpacas written by Gina Bromage and published by Crowood. This book was released on 2013-06-30 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As well as being adorable animals with a thick, warm fleece, llamas and alpacas are also intelligent, discerning, curious and sociable. In addition they are docile, gentle and easily trained. Natural grazers and browsers, they keep down hedges and pastures, they rarely challenge even the most pathetic fencing unless they are frightened, or in love. They require very little supplementary feed, live outside all year round, are generally hardy, healthy and happy. Llamas and Alpacas - A Guide to Management contains all the basic information required in order to keep these animals successfully and provides an invaluable insight into what keeping llamas and alapacas involves in terms of resources, housing, equipment and skills. It assumes no prior knowledge of llamas and alpacas, nor the husbandry of other domesticated species, and is ideal for the uninitiated as well as being a comprehensive reference source for the established camelid keeper. The book contains chapters that deal with land and housing, nutrition, husbandry and welfare, fleece evaluation, fleece marketing, animal assessment and showing, breeding, birth, the care of the newborn and common health problems.Designed to be a husbandry handbook, it aims to cover the basic knowledge required to keep llamas and alpacas successfully. It assumes no prior knowledge of llamas and alpacas, nor the husbandry of other domesticated species, and is ideal for the completely uninitiated, as well as being a useful source of first reference for the established camelid keeper. Superbly illustrated with 183 colour photographs and 23 diagrams and drawings. Gina Bromage is an experienced veterinary surgeon who keeps alpacas.

Download or read book Alpacas as Pets written by Sheila Brice and published by . This book was released on 2015-04-14 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alpacas as Pets is all about caring, breeding and looking after Alpacas. Including the types of diseases that alpacas get and how to treat the diseases. The types of plants that are poisonous to alpacas. The difference in the two breeds of alpacas, Suri and Huacaya alpacas. To where alpacas originated from.

Download or read book The Complete Alpaca Book written by Eric Hoffman and published by Bonny Doon Press LLC. This book was released on 2006-01-01 with total page 620 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Raising Llamas written by Dion Rosser and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-30 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to learn how to raise llamas, then keep reading... Have you recently heard a lot about llamas and alpacas? You might have learned that they make great pets and can fetch you a pretty penny. Do you want to know more about raising these cute, intelligent animals? This book answers every question you might have concerning these amazing animals. You will discover... The 7 Things You Should Know Before Buying your First Llama or Alpaca Why You Should Start Raising Llamas How to Understand and Handle Llama Behavior How to Identify the Various Breeds of Llamas and Alpacas Simple, Detailed Indoor and Outdoor Requirements for Housing Llamas How to Manage Climate Changes in Your Llama Housing and Facilities Why Does Your Llama Spit? Dangerous Diseases that Affect Llamas and Alpacas Learn What to Do when Your Llama is Giving Birth How to Care for a Newborn Llama 10 Helpful Tips for Your Llama Business Journey And much more! With this book as your guide, you can have your herd of llamas or alpacas for utilitarian reasons (packing), keep them as pets, or use them in your fleece business venture. The instructions and advice contained in this book are clear, practical, and easy to follow. From your first purchase to cria birth, this book will be a handy companion. Get it now by clicking the "add to cart" button, and enjoy a smooth, profitable journey with llamas!

Download or read book Beef AgSkills written by Jennifer Laffan and published by NSW Agriculture. This book was released on 2011-10-05 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Beef AgSkills provides a basic guide to some of the skills and practices of beef production. The book contains step-by-step instructions, diagrams, and full-colour pictures. Some of the skills included are: · Drafting and counting cattle · Vaccinating · Heat detection · Problems with calving · Dehorning calves

Download or read book The Frugal Alpaca Farmer written by Ingrid Wood and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2017-08-07 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Th e Frugal Alpaca FarmerA Holistic Approach to Success defi nes the authors mission and purpose for writing the book. Ingrid Wood gives the reader important information on how to structure and manage an alpaca farm. The content of her book is wellorganized and off ers valuable insight based on her research, experiences, and lessons learned over more than two decades of owning a small farm. Ingrid candidly discusses thought provoking issues and clearly spells out positive as well as negative aspects of alpaca farming. I especially liked her exploration of various management styles and care protocols. An open mind, common sense, and frugality must prevail if you wish to build and maintain a viable farm business. Reading The Frugal Alpaca Farmer will help you reach your goals. Hugh Masters

Download or read book Beef Cattle written by Ann Larkin Hansen and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2006-11-15 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hobby Farms Beef Cattle: Keeping a Small-Scale Herd for Pleasure and Profit, written by Ann Larkin Hansen, serves as an excellent introduction to raising cows for food or simply to graze while mowing and fertilizing the pasture. This colorful guide offers experienced hobby farmers and beginners all of the essential information necessary to purchase and maintain a small herd of beef cattle. While managing her own hobby farm in Wisconsin, Hansen shares her expertise in all things farm and has authored numerous books such as Making Hay, The Organic Farming Manual, and Finding Good Farmland. In this comprehensive book, Hansen corrals the hobby farmer into the world of cowboys and cowgirls: she begins, “Beef cattle are as much at home on the hobby farm as they are on the range.” This colorful primer begins with the basics, from biological traits and breeds to behavior and life cycle, and describes exactly what’s required for a hobby farmer to maintain a herd of cattle—the four F’s—fencing, feed, fields, and facilities. Given the expense involved in the purchase and maintenance of beef cattle, all hobby farmers will welcome Hansen’s sound and sensible advice on buying the right cattle, whether steer calves for meat or breeding stock for building up a herd. The buying chapter helps farmers focus on what to look for when selecting cattle; how cows, heifers, and bulls are priced; where to purchase; and how to get cattle to your farm. The feeding and nutrition of cattle is a complicated topic, and Hansen breaks it down into the three basic components that every keeper needs to understand: pasture, hay, and grain. With directness and clarity, she explains the ins and outs of grazing, selecting ideal foodstuffs, using salt and minerals, and maintaining good weight on the herd. The reader can rely on her expert advice to learn the fundamentals of handling cattle, including herding, loading, and transporting cattle, as well as keeping beef cattle healthy through preventive methods, vaccinations, parasite control and veterinary assistance. For hobby farmers planning to breed their livestock, Beef Cattle includes a chapter on pairing cows and heifers, the actual breeding, artificial insemination, the care of pregnant cows, calving, caring for the young, and weaning calves. The final chapter of the book “Marketing and Processing Your Cattle” is geared toward hobby farmers looking to get beef processed, grade meat, and sell the final product. Sidebars of fun trivia, stories from farmers, and useful advice appear throughout the handbook. A glossary of over 100 terms; an appendix of health issues; a resource section of useful websites, books, and periodicals; and a detailed index complete the book.

Download or read book Farming Alpacas written by Fiona Vanderbeek and published by NSW Agriculture. This book was released on 2018-03-28 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For many new entrants to the alpaca industry a major allure is the thought of breeding these beautiful, intelligent and easily-handled animals. The challenging question that new breeders must ask themselves is “Why do I want to breed alpacas?” This leads to other vital questions – “Huacaya, suri, or both?”; “White, coloured, or a bit of everything?”; “How much do I need to spend?”; “How many should I buy?” For some people purchasing alpacas, the initial reason is as a small-scale hobby farm. However for many of these people, as they begin to breed and learn more about their alpacas, their focus changes and they use their knowledge to improve the quality of their stock – whether for fibre production, for stud breeding, or with an eye to winning show ribbons. This book is a basic guide to some of the skills and practices of alpaca production. This guide covers information on alpaca production including health, breeding and farming, nutritional needs and breeding to improve fleece. Table of contents: · The Australian Alpaca industry in Australia · Alpaca breeds · Farming alpacas · Farming alpacas as a breeding enterprise · Farming alpacas for meat production · Alpacas as guardian animals · Alpacas as pets on small acreages · Farm infrastructure · The digestive system and how it works · Alpaca nutrition · Pasture and land management · Breeding to improve fleece · Fleece assessment · Preparation of fleece for processing · The genetics of alpaca breeding · Purchasing decisions · Health problems and preparing for the vet · Digestive disorders and dental conditions · Vitamin and mineral deficiencies · Poisoning and liver disease · Parasite worms, fluke and ticks · Extremes of heat and cold · Injuries · Pregnancy, birthing and neonatal problems · Biosecurity, record keeping and transport · Alpaca shows · Management planner

Download or read book Alpacas written by Alonso Garcia and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2017-12-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For hundreds of years, the people of South America have bred alpacas for their soft and durable fiber. Readers will explore the relationship between farmers and domesticated alpacas, and learn about the processes of shearing and preparation that transform raw alpaca fiber into textiles. With colorful photographs and lively language, this book explores curricular subject matter in an entertaining way.

Download or read book Alpaca Care Guide written by Dr William Harrison and published by . This book was released on 2021-07-15 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alpacas As Pets is a one stop shop book for everything Alpaca related. If you are considering owning or have already acquired one of these adorable little South American Camelids, this book is for you. Arguably cuter than their more famous llama cousins, alpacas are quickly turning heads in the agricultural corners of the world with their gentle demeanor, low impact lifestyles and very valuable and luxurious fleece. Once reserved for Incan royalty, they have taken the world by storm. They are not like any livestock though and have their own special needs. Come find out how to properly raise and care for alpacas within these pages. Covered in this book: - Accessories - Behavior - Bonding - Breeding - Care - Common ailments - Costs - Day to day care - Enclosure - Facts - Feeding - Grooming - Health - History - Husbandry - Hygiene - Legalities - Must have's - Play and exercise - Responsible ownership - Training - Travelling - Vaccinations

Download or read book Llamas and Alpacas written by Sue Weaver and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2009-07-28 with total page 393 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There has never been a better time to add a few camelid comrades to your camp—and in Llamas and Alpacas, author and expert Sue Weaver shows you just how to make it happen! With color photos, advice from experienced breeders and farmers, and a comprehensive appendix on common maladies, you'll learn the ins and outs of buying and caring for these remarkable creatures—and delight in what they can do for you in returns! The Hobby Farms livestock care manuals will help both experienced and novice hobby farmers realize their own dreams of life on the farm - for pleasure and profit.

Download or read book Sheep written by Alan Butler and published by John Hunt Publishing. This book was released on 2013-01-16 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gripping tale of the history of our civilisation through man's relationship with sheep.