The growth of this exciting young industry has been spurred by the cooperation and sharing of information among llama owners. Llama owners care about their animals and provide information for new and potential llama owners. Llama Care Llamas are an extremely efficient utilizer of food and easy to care for. Their typical diet consists of grassy hay along with a grain and free-choice mineral supplement specifically formulated for llamas that serves to provide added nutrients not available in their hay. Fresh, clean water should always be available as well.
Veterinarian care is minimal, yet having an experienced vet on call is important.
Generally very hardy animals, llamas require routine worming and annual vaccinations for their protection. Handling your llamas and watching their daily routine is your best aid to determine if your llama is feeling ill or uncomfortable. Insurance is available for full mortality and theft, for named perils or for special events. Llamas are very adaptive to climates, usually needing very simple shelters to protect them from the hot sun in summer and the cold winds in winter. Fencing requirements will vary based on location and should be designed to keep llamas in and predators out.