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SCHEDULE
9:00 a.m.
A. Assessing an Alpaca Property
B. Farm Layout and Access
C. Fences, Laneways, Catch Pens and Gates
D. Predator Protection
E. Barns and Shelters
F. Irrigation, Water Reticulation and Stock Watering
Equipment
10:30 - 10:45 a.m.
- Break
10:45 - 12:00
G. Hay and Supplements
H. Inspection Tour: Barns, fences, catch pens, watering
systems,
etc.
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
- Lunch
1:00 - 2:45 p.m.
I. Basic Husbandry
1. Animal Health Assessment
2. Pre-purchase and Transport Permit
Exams
3. Weaning
4. Health Protocol
5. Vet Protocol
6. Feeding Regimes
7. Injections
8. Worming
9. Toe Nails & Teeth
2:45 - 3:00 p.m.
- Break
3:00 p.m.
J. Essential Equipment
K. Record Keeping
L. Shearing & Clip Care
M. Basic Animal Handling
N. Transport
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