Alpaca Basics for New Owners

[@pamphillips01]

My son was killed 18 months ago and I have really been struggling. I’ve been going to an alpaca farm the past couple of months visiting them. I spend time learning about them and their needs, caring for them, their diet, all their do’s and don’t They have become my therapy. SO MUCH BETTER than seeing a grief counselor, in my opinion. I know my son is looking down on me with a smile. I know he approves. I can feel him there with me. And I’m telling you…. those beautiful creatures know I’m heartbroken and they’re trying to help me heal - as crazy as that sounds. Their eyes say it all. My goal now is to be ready for my 3 next year.

[@humanterminator1056]

Rip to your son sir god bless you

[@brownbear7489]

Sorry to hear that.. wish u all the best in ur healing

[@MJ13ish]

God grant you peace.

[@patriciaR004]

Does not sound crazy at all, animal sense emotions. RIP 🙏😞 to your son, can't imagine your pain lean on to God and have faith.

[@nigelcampbell9021]

My condolences to you and your family.

[@nothoughtsheadempty6510]

They look so soft and fluffy

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Yes! So amazing to hug🤗

[@TheUrbanBunny]

It makes me want to cuddle them. 😊

[@pragmatic]

I bet they are. I own a Peruvian blanket poncho made from alpaca wool. Amazing stuff. It keeps me perfectly dry in the rain, the wool is water repellent and so much lighter and softer compared to sheep's wool

[@chubyali]

Sweetie that white one looks like it's gna mount you...

[@chedrrs]

They are

[@ColombianMusclePapi]

Thank you for being so authentic and real about alpaca. I see so many bad owners who keep 1 alpaca with a goat or worse... I alpaca with a dog. And think that is A-OK. When I ever get an alpaca it will be always THREE.

[@mikefm4]

Wonderfully educational. Believe it or not my 2 year old is obsessed with them and we watch this video a lot. He loves watching you talk about them. And if down the road he becomes a caretaker of these wonderful animals he’s getting a great head start on knowledge!

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Love that! 💚

[@cocotheguineapig9027]

I WANNA HUG THE ALPACA. IT LOOKS SO CUTE AND FLUFFY.

[@hallisg4590]

@@KopKing11 why not

[@cocotheguineapig9027]

@@KopKing11 oh LMAO

[@DiamondBolt]

i want one

[@caodhanmawhinney875]

So do i

[@LewisJamieson6]

No way u r here

[@prestonward9096]

Well get 3

[@ninjasword3074]

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[@ninjasword3074]

@@hannahra911 No they can get more or less alpacas if they want

[@MikeCheckBiloxi]

Look at how long and fluffy their neck is...perfect hugging spot!

[@laclara4020]

I just started working in a minizoo taking care of alpacas and some other animals, and literally no one knows what they are doing! So I am doing a bit of research to help organize everything correctly, this is really helpful

[@dreamlifetravel5764]

Alpacas are so cute...like soft toys roaming around..I visited an Alpaca Farm recently in Colorado, US...it was a great experience....made a video too....can't forget that day...watching the videos itself now makes me feel so happy :) Regards!

[@beholden1663]

Awesome for you - is your video on you tube?

[@MNishi-dz9zr]

I love this lady at least as much as the alpaca she is with. Everything in and about this video is SOOOOO CUUUUUUTE. I love when the brown one stares at the camera at around 8:24 :)

[@alligator4465]

These animals are so precious

[@MeganMcIntosh]

We are considering alpacas so this video is a helpful place to start, thanks. Just a bit of feedback: Not sure if it’s just me, but I find the background music distracting. I think because of the whistling.

[@mr.v3061]

In this great 11 minute video, you can already see the difference in personality between those 2 alpacas 😄

[@TheUrbanBunny]

They're so fluffy and soft. 😍😘

[@senseiloki7974]

I live in Australia and yes October and November is late spring and early summer. Love the video! 💖💛💖

[@growingwithjoy]

I plan on getting 2, I know you said the magic number is 3 and I know why.. but I plan on taking really good care of them. The reason you want 3 is in case one gets sick and passes away, then the other isn’t super sad because they still have one companion to vibe with.. loved the video! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@magasaurus7210]

They are a herd animal. 2 is not a herd. If you can’t support three then look for another type of pet. Goats do well in pairs.

[@Jackie.Cali.Productions]

Babies😍...Sooo beautiful and exotic! I just want to hug them and play in their fur😩❤️

[@xXIronPeachesXx]

11:00 YOU DID IT BUDDY YOU GOT THE PETS!

[@nothoughtsheadempty6510]

What would you recommend for people who live in places with cold winters and lots of snow to do with alpacas during the winter?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

As long as they have shelter, a fully enclosed barn they will be fine. Alpacas actually enjoy snow.

[@JimFry-s5x]

I learnt so much i have been trying to get it to alpaca's I'm 10 years old and post more alpaca videos please 😊

[@ethank5951]

I love the videos you inspired me to become a pet owner myself I now own a leopard gecko keep the good work up!!!

[@youremybiggestfan]

I have a dream. Btw my second name is Camilo. And when the white alpaca bit Camilo in the ear you looked at Camilo and told him to behave. I relate so much. Lol. These animals are so beautiful and i just wanna hug them

[@UrfavvQueens]

Can i keep 2?

[@MisterBones223]

I never knew they were so complex. Very interesting.

[@brysonalden5414]

We've been offered three adult male alpacas, and one female (free!). Thanks to this video I now know they would need to continue to be segregated. Very helpful on many topics, thanks for posting!

[@lilbiscuit-r7n]

what if you get one of those wild small llama things to live with an alpaca

[@HASANALINZChannel]

cute alpaca, I hugged alpaca, thanks for the vedio.

[@aubri530]

Alpacas are so cute

[@chloeblack50]

I'm early and how much land do u need for an alpaca

[@karshmellow3021]

I think it is 5 per acre

[@MiaKhalifa-ff8ke]

Its 1.5 an acre I think

[@yashsinghrathore9615]

@@MiaKhalifa-ff8ke I love your videos 🤪🤪🤪🤪😅😅😅

[@nathanhughes9996]

G'day I have just purchased a farm in Australia with 2 lovely Alpacas Alphie and Lennie they are 7 years old and both wethers. I have been trying to bond with them but they are a bit skittish. I have managed to feed them fresh Mulberry leaves to coax them to me. What else can I try to be friend the 2 boys? Any tips appreciated 😁

[@sallyhunter2389]

Hi there. How would you go about socialising an intact male with a gelding. Both are adults.

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Not sure how you are using the term socializing here? Sounds like you mean in terms of how would you socialize a dog. If so, first thing to understand is that they are not dogs.

[@alanaa6018]

Thanks for all the information? May I use part of this video in my Outschool virtual classes for children between 3 and 7. It would be very helpful. Thanks.

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Sure :)

[@zachhaynes5052]

@@HappyTailsAnimals what alpaca names

[@HosCreates]

How do you find a reputable sheerer ? What do you do with the fleeces? Can they be socialized with dogs?

[@diakydiaz]

ALPACA: "Who is she talking to??!! I'm concerned. Really concerned. "

[@realfex]

Thanks for the great video! :) How much space (in square meters) do they need (per animal or as a 3 animal herd)?

[@awhzdiva]

I love alpaca😊😊😊

[@oogemsquagger91]

I love them 😭😭😭

[@zuhayrfoendoe5651]

I just hope in the future I can get some alpacas to even though I live in Curaçao I would love to gets some they are so cute and I love your alpaca videos really educational and fun

[@mikemartinez9466]

On the whole, are they friendly? What kind of shelter do they need in cold months? Are they expensive?

[@speedzero7478]

Really appreciate your knowledge here. Its very helpful, thanks for uploading.

[@petemackaa6546]

We are moving to a property in a few weeks and inheriting their 4 well-loved alpacas...the thing im confused about is they have 2 boys 3 and 1, their 6year old mum and her 4 year old sister living together. After your video im now under the impression the boys should be separated from thd girls....or in this suitation being family does that change things? Don't wantvto seperate them unless i have to....appreciate your help😊

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

The first thing you should learn about animals is that their relationship to one another, mother son father daughter, changes nothing. These people were not follow reccomended guidelines.

[@a-1886]

How old were these alpacas during the video? I really want one or correction what I learned from the video 3!

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

These guys are 3 years old. Just became young adults

[@cristhianrodriguez7807]

ALPAKAS FOR FEMALE!! AND BUFFALO FOR MAN!!.😄🥰 GREETINGS FROM PERU!! AND BOLIVIA!!

[@SixStringSteve]

Alpacas rock and go llamas! 🤘

[@ashleefreed8242]

were do u get the halter at what are the best type

[@LittleKingdom3]

My last year teacher has alpacas!

[@lairdcummings9092]

Cool. Learned some things. Thanks!

[@jilenejensen1539]

I have not raised alpacas and llamas but just by watching their behavior they could be extremely flighty at times especially the babies. obviously I want to at some point.

[@sdmheck]

Hi I love the alpacas their so fluffy

[@FalsePips]

Alpacas always look smiling lol

[@bartboesten]

Hi, from the Netherlands. They are my positif addiction 😂. Outside preaching the word of Jesus or a match of Feyenoord. They are so calm.

[@christopherlucy1772]

How do they get sheared if they're in the wild in South America?

[@PeruchoPastrulo]

Out of the 4 camelids in South America, only the guanaco lives in the wild. Llamas and alpacas have been domesticated by ancient Peruvians thousands of years ago. The tiny Vicuña is semi domesticated, meaning, they live in the wild but need to be sheared once a year as well. Instead of feeding the vicuñas, indigenous communities have built fences that surround huge extensions of grassland so vicuñas won't escape and get easy to chase, sheared and released every year. Alpacas descend from vicuñas, whereas llamas descend from guanacos.

[@MeanGreen1345]

What about predators in the north? Do you have tips for keeping them safe from predators like black bears and mountain lions?

[@andrealm]

sooooo lovely and gentle

[@irfanfirdaus7153]

Cute alpaca ❤️

[@wbccentralny]

Love your pets

[@endor8witch]

for similar-gender pack, do you still recommend neutering at the right age?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

It really depends on your situation. Personally I wouldn't unless I was having problems with an aggressive male. I've heard other farmers make the claim that the coat quality goes down if the male is left in tact. Idk I think that might be a myth.

[@mia7064]

Is it ok if I am getting 2 because that's all I have room for because of the horses???? PLZ respond to this because I'm not really sure?

[@sprince7918]

Tap the three dots to edit. I think you ment sure

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

No, 3 is the minimum. No point in starting off the wrong way

[@mia7064]

@@HappyTailsAnimals ok thx for the feed back I haven't got any yet so that's good!

[@mia7064]

@@sprince7918 ok!

[@LastKnight1971]

The music in the background is irritating. But the video is nice.

[@babababu4126]

So we just got 2 male alpacas, is there any way to make them friendlier, they kind of just walk away when you get close to them

[@Rosaiah79]

Question if you have a dog do alpacas like dogs ?

[@nealtomlinson8476]

Great informative video, thank you. I am based in the UK 🇬🇧 and want to start keeping Alpacas do you have any tips for startups?

[@765kvline]

You answered my question about herds. Three are best. Interesting. Like horses.

[@FatBellyChemist1234]

Alpaca wools are very nice.

[@debbiespruce250]

we have purchased a property that has two Alpaca. We have not moved yet so do not know the sex or age. If I were to get an additional one, would you recommend a Llama or Alpaca? Also is there any issues with age of the new addition in relation to the other two?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

I would recommend a llama so that they have a guard

[@sarahbentley2138]

What is an Alpacas favourite food

[@thwibble]

Thanks, really informative 👍

[@ICX-0404]

Llamas can kill predators, so keep ome of them with them

[@triple9silver203]

But what is the purpose of raising them? What do they provide ?

[@reneemiller4478]

Which is sweeter for pets, alpacas or llamas?

[@Georgiaandfriends906]

Dogs are like that they are quite clean animals

[@rayakitz1255]

What are the best halters?

[@edwinmoore4560]

Are they really profitable in the end when it comes to raising them

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Is that why you want them? Money?

[@edwinmoore4560]

@@HappyTailsAnimals well I sure don’t want anything that is going to dollar me to death and not pay it way

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

@@edwinmoore4560 then avoid animals in general

[@edwinmoore4560]

@@HappyTailsAnimals no to be honest I have plenty they just earn their keep from the turkeys to the chickens to the cows in the field.

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

@Edwin Moore yeah but people like you discard them once they are no longer useful. And alpacas really suffer when they go to homesteads like that were the chickens and cows are supposed to make money.

[@JonaVicis]

Did you train the dogs to hurd the Alpacas

[@gloryhorse1515]

Why are horses not good companions for alpacas?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

They can kill alpacas.

[@gloryhorse1515]

@@HappyTailsAnimals Oh

[@Bobithan]

That got dark...

[@zachhaynes5052]

@@HappyTailsAnimals what alpaca names

[@caodhanmawhinney875]

I have a question If I get 3 alpacas can I house goats with them

[@Taylor-zc7mm]

👏 thank you.

[@gamesssful]

Really informational . Thank You

[@sianne3866]

Why would an electric fence hurt them ? We use them and they don't go near it.

[@SrikanthPRABHA7]

The brown Alpaca loves you so much , I guess…btw, can we pet them? Or do they bit/kick strangers?

[@ruth7933]

Very informative, especially about their feeding needs. I was wondering: how much space do they need? We're concidering to keep two or three alpacas in our back yard, but not sure we have enough space for them to fare well there.

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

Honestly a quarter acre would be fine for 3. Not a lot of room needed

[@ruth7933]

@@HappyTailsAnimals thank you! Then we may be able to keep three, so that would be good for them. We'll be looking into care and costs of care more before making the decision!

[@davidmunoz7222]

What is the youngest age they can be bought?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

I think most breeders would probably sell at 1 year of age.

[@johanfehr5916]

Where can you buy alpacas?

[@jenniferjones471]

Shane, ryland ? Are you guys watching this with me 😍🤣🤣

[@thepoisonednightapple1025]

2:27 -hey man come here I have something to tell you -what? -just come here -okay **goes near** - **whispers** she's gonna eat us later - what? No way man no way you're probably lying **stares at her** bro I didn't know hoomans were so dangerous

[@watertree1]

I don't know all the informations until you share. Thanks, turns out I'm not qualified for keeping them.

[@89ksokd91]

Glad you realize this.

[@norseczar27]

DArn border collies. I want an alpaca horse mix

[@fishkeeperdanielthegreat1285]

Is alpaca kosher ? Are their hoofs split ?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

They dont have hooves 🤦‍♀️

[@fishkeeperdanielthegreat1285]

@@HappyTailsAnimals so what do they walk on? Shoes?

[@zachhaynes5052]

@@HappyTailsAnimals what alpaca names

[@Charles36.]

I love them. I tell my wife I want one or two all the time that and a cow lol

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

And now you know one can't be a single pet

[@Charles36.]

@@HappyTailsAnimals of course if I would get any I would make sure to do all the correct research and care before getting something like that.

[@zachhaynes5052]

@@HappyTailsAnimals what alpaca names

[@g.donuts3551]

The white one kinda looks like it’s wearing a yarmulke.

[@Instinct_editz9]

Are alpacas bad for kids around 6-12?

[@trumanhw]

FINALLY ... a girl who understands why 1 is not enough. Can you just explain / universalize this message to males + females ..? thx.

[@StayRadDontDie11B]

Thank you

[@tinksmith4964]

I might be taking a little animal care job & they have alpacas. Just doing my research aha

[@gotdiamonds11]

Where are you and your farm located?

[@starline7960]

I am from pakistan I like ur channel ✨🌹🌹

[@johnhayes6631]

You made me convince my parents to get a pet so thank you so much 😊🐹🐹I got a Dwarf hamster 🐹🐹🐹🐹🐹🐹🐹🐹 I love your videos

[@thefox9070]

If you get a dwarf hamster, you should get more than one.

[@itzrosii419]

Alpacas 🦙 😊

[@pummppkinn]

How do Alpacas live in the wild naturally if they can't shed themselves?

[@HappyTailsAnimals]

You are one of those people who asks questions instead of listens.

[@diegolopez000]

They don’t live in the wild

[@LCNfootsoldier]

@@HappyTailsAnimals You’re extremely rude and your voice is insufferable

[@zachhaynes5052]

@@HappyTailsAnimals what alpaca names

[@alqaw.7148]

Can you do a video about Donkey care ? Please like so Meghan can see it !😅🤩