Which Hay Is Best For Llamas and Alpacas?
When I was researching how viable llamas and alpacas were for a homestead, I was wondering if they can eat the same hay as other livestock. However, being a different …
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The Complete Guide to Feeding Llamas and Alpacas
Recently, I started researching llamas and alpacas for my homestead, and I had no idea where to start. When I worked at a veterinarian’s office, I learned a lot about …
Llamas vs Alpacas: 5 Key Ways To Tell the Difference
When I first got into homesteading, I was researching all the different types of livestock. The most confusing part for me was trying to tell the difference between llamas and …
Can (and Should) Llamas Eat Goat Feed?
I’m planning on having several types of livestock on my homestead, so it can be tempting to minimize the number of feeds if possible. Even though there’s some cross-over with …
Can (and Should) Llamas Eat Fruit?
As I’m planning my homestead, I’ve decided on alpacas, but at the same time–llamas make decent livestock guardians. I was thinking about their similarities and how to take care of …
Do Llamas and Chickens Get Along?
While I’m planning on getting alpacas on my homestead, llamas might be the better choice. They have similar behavior to alpacas and can function as a livestock guardian, so other …
Can Llamas and Alpacas Live Together?
Llamas and alpacas both belong to the camelid family, and while they have a few differences in appearance and behavior, can they live together on a farm?