Worming

Common wormers are Ivomec, Panacur, Strongid, and Valbazen. Analysis of fecal samples can help determine the parasites present, and what wormer to recommend. Wormers are usually a given orally as a paste, or an injection, either of which can be administered by the owner after training by their veterinarian. Owners should consult with their vets on worming, and anticipate worming anywhere from seasonally to monthly, depending on the locale, season, infestation levels, and llama population per acre. Regular cleanup and disposal of dung piles is practiced by most breeders as a practical method of limiting worm re-infestation and also controlling fly populations.

Most wormers are not safe to give to llamas within 60 to 90 days after breeding and before birthing. Be sure to consult with your veterinarian on a safe worming schedule.

Easter Hat and Scarf!

Handmade Scarf and Hat

I finally finished the hat and scarf for mother. They are such pretty Easter colors, I just couldn’t help post a photo with the Easter bunnies.

The lavender yarn is 100% silky llama, and the white is Boa, which adds a lot of luster and character to both pieces. The scarf was woven and hat was made on a rake loom. I just hope my mom likes them!

Llama Plain of Nazca

Llama Plain of Nazca
View from Llamacam South at Yellow Wood West

You gotta wonder if the llamas had any out-of-this-world expectations as they incribed these figures in the snow. Perhaps they have their own intergalactic language and they are sending secret codes to their brothers “upstairs.” How else can you explain the curliques and weaving lines? Too much fermented grain, perhaps?