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Alpaca Husbandry Course in Wales
What is Husbandry?
Animal husbandry is the day to day care and raising of animals which may, or may not, be for profit.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for prospective keepers who are considering whether alpacas are right for them, as well as new alpaca owners who want to ensure they’re providing the best possible care
What will I learn?
Through this in-person alpaca husbandry course, you will learn the essential day to day care required for look after alpacas, good care practices, best handling techniques, get a feel for what's involved in being an alpaca keeper over the seasons, get hands-on practical experience to put the learning into practice and have opportunity to ask questions throughout the day. See the full itinerary below...
Course Itinerary
This is a one day course running from 10am - 4pm
Through attending this alpaca husbandry course at Fostings Alpacas, you will leave feeling confident whether they are the right choice for you and have an understanding on the care required to keep healthy and happy alpacas.
Topics covered include:
👋 Introduction
Introduction to your tutor
🦙 Alpaca 101
The difference between alpacas and llamas, the difference between suri and huacaya alpacas, alpaca terminology, anatomy and confirmation
💚 Essential Requirements
Day to day care, social grouping, feeding, stocking density, land requirements and management, fencing, shelter and biosecurity
💸 Costs
Cost of purchasing and caring for alpacas
💉 Routine Husbandry
Herd kit, safe catching and restraint, halter training, body condition scoring, teeth, vitamin supplementation, nail trimming, shearing, summer and winter care
🦠 Parasites & Medicating Alpacas
An insight into the symptoms, prevention and treatments of the most common parasites and ailments; mites, abscesses, coccidiosis, gastrointestinal worms, liver fluke and clostridial disease
🦙 Practical Hands-on Session
Get hands on experience moving and handling alpacas
❓ Open Q&A
Ask anything alpaca-related that's still tickling your brain!
📖 E-Guide
You will also receive the How To Look After Alpacas E-Guide in downloadable PDF format, which includes comprehensive notes of the entire course material for you to refer back to anytime!
🎞️ Video Content
You will also receive over 4 hours of video lessons covering the theoretical side of the course - perfect to watch at your own pace and refer back to whenever you need a refresher.
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Course Info
What is the cost?
The course is £85pp per couple (incl. VAT)
Or £95pp for solo attendees (incl. VAT)
Includes the day's training and lunch PLUS over 4 hours of video content to recap at home, a copy of the How To Look After Alpacas E-Guide AND lifetime updates!
PLUS, if you purchase alpacas from us within the same year, your course fee will be deducted from the invoice 💚
Are lunch & refreshments provided?
Yes, lunch & refreshments are included
Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements when booking
When can I do the course?
Saturday 11th April 2026
Saturday 13th June 2026
Saturday 19th September 2026
How long is the course?
The courses runs from 10am - 4pm
Where does the course take place?
The course is held on site at Fostings Alpacas, Kinnerton, Presteigne, Powys, LD82PF
Get Google Maps directions here
What do I need to bring?
The course includes practical handling outside with alpacas, so please wear sensible closed toe shoes and bring waterproof clothing
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Directions
The course is held on site at Fostings Alpacas, Kinnerton, Presteigne, Powys, LD82PF
Google Maps will bring you directly to us or, if using Satnav, follow it until you see our blue signs
Terms & Conditions
Payment
The course is £85.00 per person when booking 2 or more places or £95.00 per person for solo attendees. Non-refundable full payment is required to confirm your booking. These payments will be paid to Fostings Farm, trading as Fostings Alpacas and are subject to VAT (already included in the pricing).
Cancellation
Once a booking is made, any monies paid are non-refundable. There is no ‘cooling off’ period, so please ensure you are certain about your booking before confirming. All cancellation requests must be sent via email to alice@fostingsalpacas.co.uk. A cancellation is not confirmed until you receive a written response from us. Fostings Alpacas reserves the right to cancel bookings at any time, with or without reason.
Pregnant Persons
For the safety of both mother and baby, anyone who is pregnant, trying to conceive, or has a partner who is expecting, please consult your GP on the risks of Toxoplasmosis when visiting a farm BEFORE booking, as any payments are non-refundable.
Footwear & Clothing
Participants are required to wear closed toe footwear and appropriate layers and clothing to protect them from the weather.
Allergies
Please be aware that allergens may be present during your visit. It’s your responsibility to be aware of any allergies within your group and plan appropriately. Possible allergens include (but are not limited to) cats, dust, straw, hay, sheep and alpacas.
Age Requirement
All persons staying and participating must be aged 16 years or older.
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted at the course and should not be left in your car, so please leave them at home with appropriate care in place.
Food & Drink
Food and drink is not allowed to be consumed in the fields, shed or other alpaca areas. Light refreshments and lunch will be provided in the classroom area.
Hand Washing
Toilet and hand-washing facilities are available on site. Please wash your hands regularly throughout the day, especially before and after using the toilet and before eating or drinking.
Zoonoses
Alpacas, sheep and other animals can carry Zoonotic diseases (diseases that can pass between animals and humans, such as ringworm), so participants accept that they touch the animals entirely at their own risk.
Photos and videos
We may take photos and videos during your course. By booking, you’re giving your consent for this in advance. We’ll share any images with you as a keepsake of your time with us. If you’d prefer not to be photographed, just let us know.
Risks
Your course takes place on a working farm, where machinery may be in use. Please ensure that everyone in your party is aware of this and takes care to keep clear of machinery to avoid injury. For your safety, participants must follow the instructions of your course instructors (Alice & Kevin) and adhere to all farm rules at all times.
Insurance
We hold Public Liability Insurance but we request that you hold your own personal accident and cancellation insurance. We recommend that you take out personal insurance for the unlikely event that you break down, have traffic delays, suffer from illness or are prevented in any other way from attending your course.
Weather
In the event of adverse weather here at the farm, course dates may be rescheduled to a date that is mutually convenient. As above, we recommend that you take out personal insurance for the unlikely event that you are prevented in any way from attending your course.