Designed for the mixed practice large animal veterinarian, veterinary students, and camelid caretakers alike, Llama and Alpaca Care covers all major body systems, herd health, physical examination, nutrition, reproduction, surgery, anesthesia, and multisystem diseases of llamas and alpacas. Written by world-renowned camelid specialists and experts in the field, this comprehensive and uniquely global text offers quick access to the most current knowledge in this area. With coverage ranging from basic maintenance such as restraint and handling to more complex topics including anesthesia and surgery, this text provides the full range of knowledge required for the management of llamas and alpacas. "..an essential text for anyone working with South American camelids." Reviewed by Claire E. Whitehead on behalf of Veterinary Record, July 2015 Over 500 full-color images provide detailed, highly illustrated coverage of all major body systems, physical examination, nutrition, anesthesia, fluid therapy, multisystem diseases, and surgical disorders. World-renowned camelid experts and specialists in the field each bring a specific area of expertise for a uniquely global text. Comprehensive herd health content includes handling techniques, vaccinations, biosecurity, and protecting the herd from predators. Coverage of anesthesia and analgesia includes the latest information on pharmacokinetics of anesthetic drugs, chemical restraint, injectable and inhalation anesthesia, neuroanesthesia, and pain management. Reproduction section contains information on breeding management, lactation, infertility, and embryo transfer. Nutrition information offers detailed nutritional requirements and discusses feeding management systems and feeding behavior.

Veterinary Techniques for Llamas and Alpacas provides a step-by-step guide to performing procedures in llamas and alpacas. Organized by body system, the book presents concise, visually oriented information to enable clinicians to treat these animals with confidence. With coverage ranging from basic maintenance such as restraint and catheterization to more complex procedures such as minimally invasive surgery, Veterinary Techniques for Llamas and Alpacas describes the full range of techniques required for the medical management of these species. Each procedure is described in detail, with a consistent format for ease of use and accompanying photographs to illustrate the concepts described. A companion website offers videos of many of the procedures discussed in the book. Veterinary Techniques for Llamas and Alpacas is an essential resource for any veterinarian or technical staff member treating South American camelid patients.

As well as being adorable animals with a thick, warm fleece, llamas and alpacas are also intelligent, discerning, curious and sociable. In addition they are docile, gentle and easily trained. Natural grazers and browsers, they keep down hedges and pastures, they rarely challenge even the most pathetic fencing unless they are frightened, or in love. They require very little supplementary feed, live outside all year round, are generally hardy, healthy and happy. Llamas and Alpacas - A Guide to Management contains all the basic information required in order to keep these animals successfully and provides an invaluable insight into what keeping llamas and alapacas involves in terms of resources, housing, equipment and skills. It assumes no prior knowledge of llamas and alpacas, nor the husbandry of other domesticated species, and is ideal for the uninitiated as well as being a comprehensive reference source for the established camelid keeper. The book contains chapters that deal with land and housing, nutrition, husbandry and welfare, fleece evaluation, fleece marketing, animal assessment and showing, breeding, birth, the care of the newborn and common health problems.Designed to be a husbandry handbook, it aims to cover the basic knowledge required to keep llamas and alpacas successfully. It assumes no prior knowledge of llamas and alpacas, nor the husbandry of other domesticated species, and is ideal for the completely uninitiated, as well as being a useful source of first reference for the established camelid keeper. Superbly illustrated with 183 colour photographs and 23 diagrams and drawings. Gina Bromage is an experienced veterinary surgeon who keeps alpacas.

There has never been a better time to add a few camelid comrades to your camp—and in Llamas and Alpacas, author and expert Sue Weaver shows you just how to make it happen! With color photos, advice from experienced breeders and farmers, and a comprehensive appendix on common maladies, you'll learn the ins and outs of buying and caring for these remarkable creatures—and delight in what they can do for you in returns! The Hobby Farms livestock care manuals will help both experienced and novice hobby farmers realize their own dreams of life on the farm - for pleasure and profit.

If you want to learn how to raise llamas, then keep reading... Have you recently heard a lot about llamas and alpacas? You might have learned that they make great pets and can fetch you a pretty penny. Do you want to know more about raising these cute, intelligent animals? This book answers every question you might have concerning these amazing animals. You will discover... The 7 Things You Should Know Before Buying your First Llama or Alpaca Why You Should Start Raising Llamas How to Understand and Handle Llama Behavior How to Identify the Various Breeds of Llamas and Alpacas Simple, Detailed Indoor and Outdoor Requirements for Housing Llamas How to Manage Climate Changes in Your Llama Housing and Facilities Why Does Your Llama Spit? Dangerous Diseases that Affect Llamas and Alpacas Learn What to Do when Your Llama is Giving Birth How to Care for a Newborn Llama 10 Helpful Tips for Your Llama Business Journey And much more! With this book as your guide, you can have your herd of llamas or alpacas for utilitarian reasons (packing), keep them as pets, or use them in your fleece business venture. The instructions and advice contained in this book are clear, practical, and easy to follow. From your first purchase to cria birth, this book will be a handy companion. Get it now by clicking the "add to cart" button, and enjoy a smooth, profitable journey with llamas!

The Alpaca Veterinary Field Manual is the definitive guide for alpaca health and wellness. Used by owners and veterinarians alike, this extensively researched book is full of practical advice from renowned camelid veterinarian, Dr. Norm Evans. This manual provides updated alpaca health and management information presented in clear language that will help you understand the fundamentals of raising healthy alpacas to maximize their genetic potential. It includes material geared toward both new and seasoned owners, as well many helpful charts, dosages, and common procedure instructions essential for veterinarians.This 4th Edition includes contributions from camelid veterinary experts, Dr. Pat Long and Dr. Rachel Oxley, who cover topics such as Geriatric Care, Dental Issues, Newborn Evaluation and Care of the Dam, Handling the Overdue Alpaca and more. In addition, Austrian veterinarians, Dr. Sonja Franz and Dr. Agnes Dadak have also contributed articles focusing on common skin issues such as Mange, as well as Gastrointestinal Nematode Infections. There is a special emphasis on Barber Pole Worm, which has become a common killer of alpacas in the past decade.Topics include: ?Basic Management?Nutrition to Maximize Health and Fiber?Internal Parasites ?Alpaca Conditions?Diagnostics and Procedures?Drug Dosages?Breeding ?Ultrasound (with over 60 images)?Birthing (Normal and Dystocia)?Cria-Related Care?Skin and Fiber Problems?Tools for Fiber Producers with information on EPDs, Histograms and Skin Biopsy InterpretationQuick Reference Charts and Lists Include?Dosages for Anesthetics, Reproductive Drugs, Antibiotics, Dewormers, Anti-inflammatories, Ulcer treatment and more?IP Plasma Transfer Administration?Skin Biopsy Procedure?Laboratory Value Interpretation?Hay Testing?Water Testing?Forage SelectionNorm Evans, DVM is a Kentucky native and graduate of Auburn University. This field manual is a result of what he has learned in over 35 years of camelid practice. His primary interest lies in breeding management, nutrition, and skin biopsy research to maximize the alpaca's genetic potential.