Finally found a little time to make a post. Now that the Alpacas have settled in we both have returned to our day jobs full time. Had to catch up on all the work I missed over the previous 10 days so put in a little overtime to meet the deadlines.
On Monday, our local large animal vet came over to give the alpacas a check up and give shots to those who need it. Tetanus and dewormer to protect against the menangial worm that the local deer carry and can cause great problems for Alpacas. Took me over an hour to herd the males and then females into the barn in anticipation of his arrival. This is a skill we will have to work on. Today our herding wands arrived so hopefully this will help. We will try them out this weekend.
Most of the alpacas except Wyonna accepted being poked and held quite well. Wyonna though showed her disdain by spitting. This is the first time I have actually experienced this unpleasant smell they make when spitting. Was also a first for a young veternary student who came out with the vet.
The males are still a little skiddish and are a real challenge to capture or herd. They are unfortunately in the area that has one temporary fence and our dogs figured out a way in and gave them chase. Sutlan, though got to close and got kicked so has been limping all week. He has not completely learned as he found a new spot yesterday but this time we were able to intervene in time before damage was done. The fencer said he would get the last 500 feet done this weekend. Hopefully the weather holds.
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