Not all alpacas are born easily, neither do all alpaca mothers readily feed their new offspring following birthing. Yesterday we had a difficult start to a little life that has a happy ending.
Alpaca Breeder here in Australia. When this happens we do what you did but also give Dam some oxytocin and some pain relief. I bottle feed the cria until Mum takes them on and in 7 years we have never had to continue feeding - nature kicks in eventually. All the best!
Alpaca Breeder here in Australia. When this happens we do what you did but also give Dam some oxytocin and some pain relief. I bottle feed the cria until Mum takes them on and in 7 years we have never had to continue feeding - nature kicks in eventually. All the best!
pepperinaalpacas 6 months ago