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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 9am - 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:
👋 Welcome & Introductions 👋
Introductions to your tutor
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🦙 Alpaca 101 🦙
What is an Alpaca?, Alpaca Breed Comparison, Alpaca Anatomy & Conformation, Alpaca Terminology, How Many Alpacas Should I Have?, Are Male Or Female Alpacas Right For Me?
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💚 Essential Requirements 💚
Vet Care, Day to Day Care, Social Grouping, Land Requirements & Suitability, Fencing, Feed, Pasture Management, Shelter, Transportation & Biosecurity
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💸 Costs 💸
Cost Of Purchasing & Keeping Alpacas and Diversification Opportunities
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💉 Routine Husbandry 💉
Herd Kit Contents, Record Keeping, Fitting Halters & Training, Safe Catching & Restraint, Body Condition Scoring, Nail Trimming, Teeth, Vitamin Supplementation, Shearing, Castration, Summer & Winter Care
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Lunch is provided and is included in the cost
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🦙 Practical Hands-on Session 🦙
Meet the herd and get hands on experience with alpacas including moving and handling, Body Condition Scoring, health checking and halter training
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🦠 Parasites 🦠
How to Administer Medications & Vaccines, How to Reduce Parasites, Coccidiosis, Worming, FAMACHA, Liver Fluke, Clostridial Disease and Mites
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❓ Open Q&A ❓
Ask anything alpaca-related that's still tickling your brain!
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📖 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!
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🎞️ 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?
2025 Dates
No further dates for 2025
2026 Dates
Saturday 11th April 2026
Saturday 13th June 2026
Saturday 19th September 2026
How long is the course?
The courses runs from 9am - 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
Alpaca Husbandry Course Terms & Conditions
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Participants must be aged 16 years or older.
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A minimum of 2 people is required for the course to run (and a maximum of 10 participants). The course date may be rescheduled in the event there are not enough attendees.
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The day will include walking over uneven terrain and will go ahead come rain or shine (unless we deem the conditions to be unsafe - in which case we shall reschedule the course), so dress according to the weather and sensible, closed toe footwear is essential.
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If you are, or could be, pregnant at the time of the course, consult your GP on the risks of toxoplasmosis and any other associated risks when visiting an alpaca & sheep farm.
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Dogs are not permitted.
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The fee, once paid, is non-refundable. In the event you cannot attend the alpaca husbandry course date chosen, you may reschedule to a different date (according to availability), when we are provided with a minimum of 14 days notice.