In part two of my conversation with Marty Mcgee Bennett, we continue exploring how Marty built her knowledge and experience and how she has been teaching camelid owners in clinics and through books and videos.
A catch up with Tanya Russell – how much we have to learn, about being prepared and coping with the unexpected.
It has been coming for a while but finally arrived this week – alpaca shearing.
Preparation makes the job easier and more enjoyable, though it is still a necessary, physical, dirty and smelly job – it is lucky we like the smell of alpacas!
Beautiful paintings that capture the essence of llamas and alpacas by Kristin Llamas from Tennessee
Rain is welcome after a dry spell. People start thinking about buying alpacas. Here are some questions to consider.
Take care of yourself so you can take care of others including your alpacas.
My reflection this morning as I carried out my daily chores was that I was missing an opportunity. If I became more intentional, could I build something positive with this repetition? Regular small steps to make progress.
Steve is interviewed by freelance environmental educator Tania Marien for her podcast Talaterra.
The year has been full and interesting and next year looks set to be the same. A brief review and reflection on a year with alpacas.
Do alpacas get on well with other animals such as sheep, horses and cows? Generally they do and can even learn to tolerate cats and dogs, though it does take some adjustment. Here are some of my experiences.