2010 cria
Our cria are all here, very nice and mostly female for a change! Black Jack's first cria arrived first and we are very pleased with her.
Holyfield has sired 4 cria this year including two true blacks (pictured), a grey boy and a black female. These cria are stunning and we look forward to many more next year.
Biosecurity
We are delighted that the BAS is moving towards a health, welfare and biosecurity accreditation scheme. We hope that it is done well and can be implemented soon. The future is certainly looking much brighter after the latest debate about Bovine TB and a new fleece show for later this year.
Alpacas can get Bovine TB and responsible breeders have decided to minimise movements until an accurate test has been developed. This antemortem test is currently in progress which is very exciting for the not too distant future.
Alpacas For Sale Spring 2010
We have a superb female herd of 7 available at a very reasonable price (due to retirement). If you are looking for a group of very nice, super friendly females in various colours then look no further. Emphasis has been on high quality breeding. Contact us for details and view our sales page for pictures.
Easy decision - we are a closed herd
We have decided to restrict our herd movements during 2010 and beyond. We will not be showing any animals, agisting any animals or allowing mobile matings until we as an industry develop better biosecurity at shows and between breeders. We feel strongly that individuals must learn about and develop good biosecurity and effective accreditation schemes.
The Dreamcoat Alpaca Stud
The quality of black and coloured alpaca are improving all the time and we are are very pleased to welcome some new arrivals! Unique black, fawn and grey bloodlines have arrived at Alpaca Power from America. Four like-minded breeders have joined together to form the Dreamcoat Alpaca Stud.
Premier Camelid Bucket
We are delighted to be able to recommend Camelid mineral buckets, containing trace elements camelids need. Developed by JG Animal Health and following on from their excellent work with mineral drenches for Camelids, we wanted to be able to give our alpacas free choice to select for themselves what they need from their environment. After all, they are selective grazers!We have had excellent results so far with all alpacas using the lick to greater or lesser extent. Alpacas can lick but also scrape it with their teeth and drink off water after rainfall.
Please note that this product is an additional supplement and should not replace anything you currently provide for your alpacas and llamas ie. usual pellet supplements and ADE injections or paste. Not every animal may use the bucket and it is difficult to ascertain how much they have taken.
Galvanised Hurdles and Handling Pens
A range of hurdles, handling pens and systems are available from us to collect or Batemans via your local Countrywide store.
Courses and Events for 2010
Our courses continue to be very popular with delegates from the UK and Europe. We have expanded our calendar of events to include more courses and training days. Contact us for details.