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