What is the downside to owning Alpacas?
Breeding females are expensive to purchase as they are still relatively rare animals in this country. To compound this, they cannot survive on their own as they are essentially social by nature. Consequently a decision to purchase one Alpaca inevitably means having to purchase another to keep it company, although the second animal could be a gelded male which is relatively cheap. Also, alpaca farming kinda ties you down to the farm. The animals must be fed and watered each and every day, rain or shine. However, they (the alpacas) are so loveable, you won’t have any problem finding a friend or relative that will be willing to feed them for a day or two once introduced to them. So, invite all your family and friends over to meet your new alpacas and you’ll probably have offers to help right on the spot. We did!
