Look under State Government in the telephone blue pages. It is also a good idea to have your camels' blood selenium levels checked periodically, especially the youngsters and pregnant females. Selenium deficiency can be deadly in young camels, and can cause a wide range of symptoms in adults, from compromised reproduction and poor hair coats to muscle damage and possible immune suppression. If needed, selenium can be supplemented mixed with a small amount of grain or in a free choice mineral mix. However, monitor the amount consumed, as excessive selenium can also be a problem.
Camels are prone to bloat, which is caused by alfalfa hay.
Even a grass-alfalfa mix can cause bloat. Straight grass hay is a better choice. Bloat is a painful, life-threatening condition that can strike quickly, unexpectedly and unpredictably. Just because you have never had a case of bloat on your farm doesn't mean you never will. Feeding straight grass hay is a safeguard against one more thing that can go wrong.