Characters in the Herd – Our Nanny Llamas
Why should you have llamas when you have a herd of alpacas? Some people say the llamas will protect the alpacas from predators. Maybe. Our llamas are nanny llamas, and …
Stories from the Alpaca Herd – Our Prince Eddy
Characters in the Herd At Love’s Grace Farms, there are a few alpacas with character. Most of our herd of 200 are similar in nature and behaviour. They just want …
Early Spring for the Alpacas at Love’s Grace Farms
What are the Alpacas Up To? It’s early spring at Love’s Grace Farms, and the alpacas are still feasting on hay and are close in to the barns in case …
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How do you Shear an Alpaca?
Ever wondered what is required to shear an alpaca? Lots of planning, teamwork and energy! Alpacas should be sheared once a year. Their fiber grows 4 to 6 inches in …
How do you Keep Alpacas Healthy in the Cold Months?
Healthy Alpacas throughout Winter It’s the last full week of February and winter has a firm hold. Snows have been falling and temperatures are in the -20’s C (way below …
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The Natural Colors of Alpacas
White to black and everything in between, plus beautiful fawns and browns. The color spectrum for alpaca fiber is rich. According Alpaca Canada there are 22 basic colors, most of …
ALPACAS IN ALBERTA’S WINTER WEATHER
It’s December 31, the last day of 2021. The sun rises late in the morning and hugs the southern horizon. The thermometer reads -30 degrees C (21 below zero F). …