Llamas Can Do

!    WHY     llamas  !                   

*Llamas are clean and intelligent. Llamas make outstanding pets.

*Llamas are quiet, peaceful animals, they make a soft humming sounds for communication.

*Llamas are indigenous to the High Andes of the South American country Boliva, Chile, and Peru

*llamas are classified as livestock. They come in a variety of colors, wht, blk, grey, red and any other condinations of colors.

* Llamas are easy to raise, and can be handled by anyone. 

* Llamas are hardy and adaptable to most climates, altitudes and conditions.

* Llamas get along well with goats, sheep, donkeys, horses, cats and family dogs. 

* Llamas as adults weigh 250 - 450 pounds. 

* Llamas require little space.

* Llamas eat between 4 and 6 lbs of hay a day and require no special diets.

* Llamas are usually first bred at 18 - 24 months old. 

* Llama female has a gestation averaging 11 1/2 months 

Lamas droppings are practically odorless, they are low in nitrogen and make an excellent soil amendment. Llamas are easily transported in a pick-up, van or trailer.  They usually lie down during transit. Llamas can be trained to pull a cart or carry a pack. Llamas produce fine fiber (wool) for spinning. Llama shows and competitions can promote single llamas or the entire herd. Llamas rarely spit at people - they usually only become spitters after being mistreated. Llamas qualify for certian tax advantages.  They are an excellent income producing business. Llama prices generally start at approximately $500 for pet quality males and $2,000 for females.