When going into alpaca ownership, it is important to be aware of the commitment you are making and the effort it will require to carry our n

Alpacas need to eat good quality grass and hay, but but can be given a supplementary feed where appropriate.

Conformation (the shape and structure of the alpaca) should be at the top of your list to look at when choosing an alpaca.

As herd animals, alpacas should always be kept in groups of at least 3 as they thrive on social interaction and get stressed when alone.

Alpacas are herbivorous, fleeced animals standing at an average height of 3ft at the shoulder and have a life span of around 20 years.