How to Care for Alpacas
  • 1. What is the primary diet of alpacas?
A) Grass and hay
B) Grain and pellets
C) Fruits and vegetables
D) Meat and bone meal
  • 2. How often should alpacas be shorn?
A) Every 6 months
B) Never
C) Every 2 years
D) Annually
  • 3. What is the typical lifespan of an alpaca?
A) 25-30 years
B) 1-5 years
C) 5-10 years
D) 15-20 years
  • 4. Which of these is a common health issue in alpacas?
A) Diabetes
B) Parasites
C) High blood pressure
D) Cavities
  • 5. What type of fencing is suitable for alpacas?
A) Woven wire
B) Invisible fence
C) Electric fence (low voltage)
D) Barbed wire
  • 6. What is the gestation period for alpacas?
A) 11.5 months
B) 6 months
C) 9 months
D) 15 months
  • 7. What is a baby alpaca called?
A) Foal
B) Cria
C) Calf
D) Kid
  • 8. What is the minimum recommended acreage per alpaca?
A) 1 acre per 5 alpacas
B) 1 acre per 20 alpacas
C) 5 acres per alpaca
D) 1 acre per alpaca
  • 9. Why is it important to provide shade for alpacas?
A) To protect them from predators
B) To prevent heat stress
C) To encourage breeding
D) To keep them dry
  • 10. What is the recommended frequency for deworming alpacas?
A) Every year
B) Every month
C) Based on fecal testing
D) Only when they show symptoms
  • 11. Which mineral is essential for alpaca health?
A) Potassium
B) Sodium
C) Calcium
D) Selenium
  • 12. What is the purpose of toenail trimming in alpacas?
A) To prevent foot problems
B) To stop them from digging
C) To improve appearance
D) To help them run faster
  • 13. How do alpacas communicate?
A) Meowing
B) Humming
C) Roaring
D) Barking
  • 14. What is the best time of day to shear an alpaca?
A) Cool morning
B) Hot afternoon
C) Late evening
D) Any time
  • 15. What should you do if an alpaca is choking?
A) Call a veterinarian
B) Slap its back
C) Leave it alone
D) Give it water
  • 16. What is the ideal body condition score for an alpaca?
A) 5 out of 5
B) 1 out of 5
C) It doesn't matter
D) 3 out of 5
  • 17. Why should you avoid feeding alpacas grain?
A) It's too expensive
B) Can cause ulcers
C) It makes their fiber coarse
D) They don't like it
  • 18. Which of these plants is toxic to alpacas?
A) Alfalfa
B) Timothy hay
C) Rhododendron
D) Clover
  • 19. What is the purpose of a communal dung pile?
A) To control parasites
B) For sleeping
C) To mark territory
D) To provide fertilizer
  • 20. How often should you clean the alpaca's shelter?
A) Once a month
B) Never
C) Once a year
D) Regularly, as needed
  • 21. What type of water source is best for alpacas?
A) Pond water
B) Salt water
C) Clean, fresh water
D) Dirty water
  • 22. What is 'Berserk Male Syndrome'?
A) Aggression towards other alpacas
B) Extreme shyness
C) Overeating
D) Imprinting on humans
  • 23. What is the ideal herd size for alpacas?
A) 2
B) 1
C) Unlimited
D) At least 3
  • 24. Why are alpacas considered eco-friendly livestock?
A) They produce methane
B) They require large amounts of land
C) Soft foot pads
D) They eat only grain
  • 25. What does 'cushing' refer to in alpacas?
A) Spitting
B) Eating
C) Lying down comfortably
D) Running
  • 26. What is the primary use of alpaca fiber?
A) Construction
B) Medicine
C) Textiles
D) Fuel
  • 27. What type of climate do alpacas thrive in?
A) Arctic
B) Temperate
C) Desert
D) Tropical
  • 28. What is the normal body temperature for an alpaca?
A) 105-108°F
B) 102-105°F
C) 99-102°F
D) 97-99°F
  • 29. What preventative medication is often given to alpacas against meningeal worm?
A) Penicillin
B) Ivermectin
C) Aspirin
D) Vitamin C
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