Llama or Alpaca?

Llama or Alpaca?
Author: Christina Leaf
Publisher: Bellwether Media
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2019-08-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1618915754

Llamas and alpacas can be hard to tell apart. But between face shape and hair length, these human helpers have subtle traits that make them unique! Side-by-side comparisons support simple text and stunning photos to help readers identify these Andean animals.

Llama and Alpaca Care

Llama and Alpaca Care
Author: Chris Cebra
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 804
Release: 2013-12-12
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 032324291X

**Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 in Veterinary Medicine** Designed for the mixed practice large animal veterinarian, veterinary students, and camelid caretakers alike, Llama and Alpaca Care covers all major body systems, herd health, physical examination, nutrition, reproduction, surgery, anesthesia, and multisystem diseases of llamas and alpacas. Written by world-renowned camelid specialists and experts in the field, this comprehensive and uniquely global text offers quick access to the most current knowledge in this area. With coverage ranging from basic maintenance such as restraint and handling to more complex topics including anesthesia and surgery, this text provides the full range of knowledge required for the management of llamas and alpacas. "..an essential text for anyone working with South American camelids." Reviewed by Claire E. Whitehead on behalf of Veterinary Record, July 2015 - Over 500 full-color images provide detailed, highly illustrated coverage of all major body systems, physical examination, nutrition, anesthesia, fluid therapy, multisystem diseases, and surgical disorders. - World-renowned camelid experts and specialists in the field each bring a specific area of expertise for a uniquely global text. - Comprehensive herd health content includes handling techniques, vaccinations, biosecurity, and protecting the herd from predators. - Coverage of anesthesia and analgesia includes the latest information on pharmacokinetics of anesthetic drugs, chemical restraint, injectable and inhalation anesthesia, neuroanesthesia, and pain management. - Reproduction section contains information on breeding management, lactation, infertility, and embryo transfer. - Nutrition information offers detailed nutritional requirements and discusses feeding management systems and feeding behavior.

Llama Unleashes the Alpacalypse

Llama Unleashes the Alpacalypse
Author: Jonathan Stutzman
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Total Pages: 25
Release: 2020-05-05
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1250789249

In the hilarious follow-up to Llama Destroys the World, author/illustrator team Jonathan Stutzman and Heather Fox give Llama another shot at saving the world...from himself, in Llama Unleashes the Alpacalypse. Llama’s back and ready to destroy the world AGAIN... this time with his best camelid, Alpaca! Llama loves cooking. And baking. And, above all, eating. For breakfast, Llama makes one epic spread...as well as a big mess. But Llama hates cleaning. So by lunch, Llama has cooked up something really devious—an idea!—and by second lunch, Llama has cloned his most fastidious friend, Alpaca, to clean his house. And Llama doesn’t stop at just one clone. By dinner, the alpaca clones threaten to tidy the world into utter destruction—THE ALPACALYPSE* IS HERE! Will Llama be able to fix it all before dessert? *That’s “apocalypse” with an alpaca—get it?

Veterinary Techniques for Llamas and Alpacas

Veterinary Techniques for Llamas and Alpacas
Author: David E. Anderson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 373
Release: 2013-03-05
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1118602439

Veterinary Techniques for Llamas and Alpacas provides a step-by-step guide to performing procedures in llamas and alpacas. Organized by body system, the book presents concise, visually oriented information to enable clinicians to treat these animals with confidence. With coverage ranging from basic maintenance such as restraint and catheterization to more complex procedures such as minimally invasive surgery, Veterinary Techniques for Llamas and Alpacas describes the full range of techniques required for the medical management of these species. Each procedure is described in detail, with a consistent format for ease of use and accompanying photographs to illustrate the concepts described. A companion website offers videos of many of the procedures discussed in the book. Veterinary Techniques for Llamas and Alpacas is an essential resource for any veterinarian or technical staff member treating South American camelid patients.

Macca the Alpaca

Macca the Alpaca
Author: Matt Cosgrove
Publisher: Scholastic UK
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2019-01-03
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1407195565

Macca the Alpaca is the alpaca-llama mashup of the year! Perfect for fans of Oi, Frog! and You Can't Take an Elephant on the Bus. Macca is an alpaca. He loves splashing in puddles, and he gives the very best cuddles. Harmer is a llama. He's tall, strong and woolly, but he's also a BIG BULLY. When a friendly alpaca comes face-to-face with a meanie llama, he soon realises that LLAMA DRAMA lies ahead. But, who knows, perhaps the differences that separate the two will be exactly what brings them together in the end. A heartwarming story of friendship, acceptance and the value of being yourself.

Llamas and Alpacas

Llamas and Alpacas
Author: Sue Weaver
Publisher: Fox Chapel Publishing
Total Pages: 393
Release: 2009-07-28
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1935484923

There has never been a better time to add a few camelid comrades to your camp—and in Llamas and Alpacas, author and expert Sue Weaver shows you just how to make it happen! With color photos, advice from experienced breeders and farmers, and a comprehensive appendix on common maladies, you'll learn the ins and outs of buying and caring for these remarkable creatures—and delight in what they can do for you in returns! The Hobby Farms livestock care manuals will help both experienced and novice hobby farmers realize their own dreams of life on the farm - for pleasure and profit.

Alpaca Keeping

Alpaca Keeping
Author: Harry Fields
Publisher:
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2014-04-30
Genre: Alpaca
ISBN: 9781910085264

You'll discover everything you need to know from selecting a healthy alpaca, associated costs, housing, husbandry, health and breeding, plus useful frequently asked questions. Each section is covered in detail.

Llamas & Alpacas The Ultimate Llama & Alpaca Book

Llamas & Alpacas The Ultimate Llama & Alpaca Book
Author: Jenny Kellett
Publisher: Bellanova Books
Total Pages: 90
Release: 2023-05-14
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 6192640807

"Discover the fascinating world of llamas & alpacas!" Do your kids love llamas and alpacas? In The Ultimate Llama and Alpaca Book, non-fiction author Jenny Kellett gives you only the best llama and alpaca facts that kids aged 9+ will love. With over 100 incredible facts, gorgeous hi-res photos, and a fun BONUS word search available in the print version, children will be completely immersed and fascinated by the exciting world of llamas and alpacas in this interactive book for kids. In recent years, llamas have become a huge part of popular culture and have melted the hearts of kids and adults around the world. Now, you can learn more about where they come from, what they do daily, and many other fun and interesting facts. Llama and Alpaca Facts Sample: Did you know? * As well as llamas and alpacas, there are two species of non-domesticated lamoids (the collective term for all animals in this family). * Llamas have attached tongues, meaning they can't stick them out! * Baby llamas and alpacas are called crias, which means baby in Spanish. You'll find these facts and many more in this illustrated book for kids. With over 20 stunning llama and alpaca photos, even early readers will enjoy The Ultimate Llama and Alpaca Book - as well as adults! Perfect for teaching children to read, while letting them learn about the fascinating world of lamoids, it is ideal for long car journeys and bedtime reading.