ALPACAS IN ALASKA
Alpacas have soft pads on the bottom of their feet so they don't
tear up the ground. They are great lawn mowers and even deposit their poop in select spots...It makes excellent fertilizer for your veggies and flowers (bags available for sale) and easy clean up and it doesn't smell! 
ALL  ABOUT ALPACAS
Alpacas in Alaska do really well, they are well suited to the cold since they originate from the high Andes in South America. Alpacas are a member of the camelid family that also include the llama, vicuna and guanaco. Alpacas in Alaska flourish in our arctic environment. We have three sided shelters to offer protection from the wind and weather. Heating the barn is not necessary as the alpacas are shorn in May so they have time to grow their own furry coats before the snow flies.
In Alaska our winter days are much shorter so we supplement with Vitamin D to prevent bone deformities.

Alpacas are a small compact animal weighing 120-180 as adults. Their size, intelligence and gentle nature makes working with them very appealing for all ages and abilities. The lifespan of an alpaca is 15-25 years.
Female alpacas are ready to breed at 15 to 24 months depending on their size and readiness. Males are mature and able to breed at 2-3 years of age. The female alpaca produces one “cria” or baby per year after a gestation period of 11-12 months. Alpacas are quite considerate as they generally deliver only in the daytime and have quick problem free births. Crias usually weigh 12-23 pounds at birth and stay with their moms until weaning at 6-8 months.

Alpacas produce one of the world’s finest natural fibers in more colors than any other animal. Alpaca fiber is known for its warmth, durability, and softness. Alpaca fiber is relatively “prickle-free” allowing those unable to wear wool, to enjoy alpaca garments. Alpacas are shorn yearly to harvest their valuable fleeces.
Alpacas are a hardy adaptable animal. They need a herd, which can be as small as two alpacas. Because they have an efficient ruminant system they are easy, and affordable to feed. A large amount of acreage is not mandatory for a small herd; however, alpacas do love green grass! We set up our paddock fencing with the help and advice from the folks at Fence Emporium in Palmer, they are great to work with. We feed our herd second cutting timothy hay grown on the high plains of Oregon...the alpacas eat every bit of it, it is green and dry, with very few heads. My supplier, Su Valley is located in Wasiila and has been great to work with. We also provide regulated amounts of "Alpaca Ration" from Alaska Mill and Feed and Nutrena brand during the coldest months, free choice minerals from Stillwater and daily fresh, clean water.
Alpacas are a valuable commodity and offer a lifestyle that is hard to beat...we love being around these intelligent and gentle animals...they are wonderous spirits! Come see for yourself. 
Donnie's fleece is rich, soft and
crimpy & 5" long!