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| Alpaca Sense and Nonsense Read this brochure for good advice on what to look for and what to look OUT for as you plan your alpaca business and shop for alpacas. Order brochure..... More good advice... Test any alpaca you are purchasing for the presence of Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVD) if the owner does not show you proof of prior negative testing. A reputable breeder should not object and should understand your desire to run this test. When assessing fleece, remember that micron isn't everything. Fineness and consistency of micron count throughout a fleece are both important, but recognize that low micron count can be achieved by underfeeding and will result in a very poor quality, weak fiber. Make sure that the alpaca is at a healthy weight and all other measurements of a quality alpaca are in place. Micron isn't everything. Be wary of overly line-bred animals. While some judicious line-breeding may be appropriate, excessively line-bred animals may become genetically weak, and closely related line-bred animals should not be purchased as a breeding pair. A fair amount of outbreeding is needed to maintain the hybrid vigor needed for genetically strong animals. Know your own goals for your business. What is most important to you in your breeding program-- fleece, conformation, showing? What percentage of your income do you plan to get from alpaca sales and how much from fiber projects and other sources? |
| Contact us for more information or to arrange a visit: Susan and Zac. Buser info@beautifulalpacas.com 864-610-9059 |