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Sherri-Lynn Parkinson
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- Dunnville, Ontario
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Just getting started!
Replied Sep. 9, 2009
Restraining an alpaca WHAT NOT TO DO!
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Hello, we are in the same boat. The dream is strong!, we have our farm, we have chosen our mentors ** by the way what Don said is right on!, we chose our farm based on size, success, similarity to our goals and their strong focus on mentorship! They…
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Life inside the box kinda sucks. I think that is why we want out so bad. This accountant was obviously a jerk!!. Personally I don't plan to get rich. I need my herd to pay for itself and extra is just great. The 2 breeders I have spoken to (Canadian…
Hey Kathy,
Get used to it. I find that 90% of the people look at me like I am either nuts or stupid when I mention alpacas. In reality very few people are willing to think outside of the box in life. I find those involved with and interested in alp…
Profile Information
- How many alpacas do you own?
- 1-5
- What is your farm name?
- Whispering Wind Alpacas
- What is your name?
- Sherri
- Where is your farm located?
- Dunnville
- How long have you been raising alpacas?
- Have yet to purchase, currently building pasture/fencing
- What kind of alpacas do you raise?
- Huacayas
- Tell us more about yourself!
- Mom of 3 boys 4,2,6mos and 1 dog. Our family is in the planning stages of building a family farm. We have purchased our new home on 6 acres an are in the process of fencing and seeding our pasture. We learned about alpacas at the Royal Winter Fair (Nov)and I am hooked!!!! looking forward to hearing from others in the planning stages, that maybe a little nervous like me.
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- At 10:50am on May 29, 2009,
Jannette Cox said…
- Sherri-Lynn, This is not the same market as emus or ostrichs. The alpacas are DNA tested and the registry is closed to importation. The alpacas that are registered give rise to the next generation. It takes 15-24 months for a female to become able to breed, the gestation is 345-355 days, and they normally only have one cria. You have major tax advantages for raising this form of livestock recognized and declared by the Federal Government as such. The veterinarians and business people that started this industry and worked the importations are still in this business and the market prices have remained consistent for the last 20 years. You need to do more research on the internet on the background of this industry in order to be confident about your investment. By the best quality female you can afford. Be certain that they have had a cria and that they produce milk and have good mothering instincts. Don't buy all your animals from one farm. Diversify the purchases and be sure that the farm from which you purchase provides support services. I would recommend you look at Northwest Alpacas website and read all the articles. Also, purchase Dr. Norm Evans 3rd edition Field Manual and read it front to back. Also, attend a cria birthing seminar and any others offered in your area to enhance your knowledge and animal husbandry skills. This is a hands-on business and you need to be able to scoop poop, give shots, know when to call the vet and when to transport, and be able to do fecal testing and worm your animals. Knowledge is power in this business and we are not all wealthy. You finance these animals over time just like a car or home purchase and take the tax advantage. Jannette Cox Alpacas of the Smokies
- At 7:47pm on March 11, 2009,
Nikki Brown said…
- Hi Sherri-Lynn,
Sorry I got confused I think someone was writing to you about selling their alpacas because they are retiring in a discussion. Oops sorry! So Where is your new farm? It is so overwhelming huh!? But, very Exciting!!!! Do you have animals already picked out? What are you going for? Hucaya/Suri, What color? Heritage? I have a guard llama at this point. I just have to send back my contract! But, No animals other than that yet! I can't wait to hear all about your plans!
Take Care & God Bless,
Nikki
- At 3:55pm on January 28, 2009,
Ann Clayburn said… - Hey fellow Canadian... your not that far from us.We are in between Shakespeare & Stratford.
Please feel free to come for a farm visit.
www.alpacaacres.ca
Maybe we can help... It took us about 7 years to decide and we had the farm already, and now 3 yrs later... no regrets.
Ann
- At 9:43pm on December 24, 2008,
Tracey Koehler said… - Hello Sherri, Nice to meet you. Wanting to wish you all of the best in your Alpaca venture. If you need any help of support this is the right place to be. This is a great bunch of people always ready and willing to help one another.
- At 1:44pm on December 20, 2008,
Nikki Brown said…
- Hi Sherri-Lynn,
Nice to have another future alpaca farmer on board! Your story sounds a lot like mine! We plan to raise alpacas as soon as we can sell our house and buy farm land. If that doesn't happen soon I may just put 2 in the back yard of my .79 acres here! LOL!
- At 9:20am on December 20, 2008,
Maryann Marsh said… - Welcome to alpaca social!
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