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Our Alpacas

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Mikky
Addy's second cria is Mikky. She is the daughter of Zues. She is a beautiful dark rose gray! Mikky loves to be independent and do her own thing!

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Smokey is one of our beloved alpacas. He has been on the farm from the start. He is a gelded male who is as sweet as can be. Smokey definitely loves his treats and any love he can get!
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Jeorgia 
Sunshine


One of our very proud mama's is Jeorgia Sunshine. She has given us many beautiful cria's but is now officially in retirement. She now enjoys laying in the shade and rolling in the dirt!

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Lincoln is the youngest member of the herd. At almost 3 years old, he is spunky and adventurous! 
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Bailey and Kodiak

These brothers love to have fun together. Bailey and Kody can be found neck wrestling, munching on hay, or relaxing in the sunshine!

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Sunny may be the only llama on the farm but he sure is loved by our entire herd. He is the newest member of our herd and is very friendly.


ALPACA FACTS
Owning Alpaca Facts
  • Alpacas were imported to the United States from South America in the 1980's
  • There are two types of alpacas: Suri (which makes up 10% of the U.S population of alpacas) and Huacaya (which makes up 90% of the U.S. population)
  • The average life span of an alpaca is 15-25 years
  • They stand roughly 3 feet tall and can weigh anywhere from 125-175 pounds fully grown
  • Alpacas are a herd animal, we recommend owning a minimum of 3 alpacas
  • They naturally come in over 22 different colors and are the only fiber producing animal that comes in that many natural colors
  • The cost of an alpaca can vary anywhere from $200 for a fiber male upwards to $20,000 for a superior animal
  • They need at least a 3 sided shelter to protect from the elements
  • Alpacas need access to hay/pasture and water at all times
  • Supplement with grains, vitamins, and minerals
  • Additional care includes annual shearing, and teeth & toe nail clipping as needed
  • Eco- friendly alpacas are easy keepers who are light on the land, making them ideal fiber animals to raise, even on small acreage
Alpaca Fiber/Product Facts
  • Alpaca fiber is known to be 7 times stronger than sheep's wool
  • The fiber has hallow air pockets that helps keep in the body's natural heat
  • Alpaca's do not produce lanolin
  • The fiber does not have barbed fleece which allows allergens like lanolin in, making it hypoallergenic
  • Alpaca fiber does not absorb moisture, rather it whisks it away
  • Alpaca is a class 1 fire resistant fiber
  • Alpaca is reported to resist odors, even in socks
  • Alpaca fiber can be woven, knitted, crocheted, and felted
  • Alpaca fiber does retain its fiber characteristics such as softness, brightness, and luster for decades
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