Alpacas are part of the Camelid family and are descended from the South American Vicuna. They were originally bred in the South American countries of Chile, Peru and Bolivia where they were bred in the main for their splendid fleece.
Today these adorable animals continue to be prized for their super soft fleece and have even found new uses as flock guards, lawn mowers, paddock pals and of course trekkers!
Did you catch our alpacas on ITV border last night? The boys are very happy to be supporting Emma Harper, MSP Livestock Worrying Bill which will include Alpacas in the list of Livestock that will be protected against dog worrying (the current law does not extend to Camalids). Well done Emma!
www.itv.com/news/border/2021-01-20/kirkcudbright-farmer-backs-new-livestock-attack-bill
Kirkcudbright farmer backs new livestock attack bill | ITV News
www.itv.com
It aims at reducing 'livestock worrying', by imposing tougher penalties on dog owners who fail to control their pets.
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