Alpaca Association New Zealand

24/09/2025

*Reminder*
Entries close for the Canterbury Royal A&P Show tomorrow!

For more information www.alpaca.org.nz/event/2025-royal-ap-show-hosted-by-canterbury-a-p-association

22/09/2025

🧶 What’s Your Favourite Use for Alpaca Fibre?
Warm jumpers, soft scarves, luxurious blankets… alpaca fibre has so many uses!
Tell us your favourite — or share a photo of your alpaca-made creations.

Check out the directory for who supplies alpaca fibre here:
https://www.creativefibre.org.nz/directory/categories/alpaca
Or contact your nearest AANZ member about purchasing alpaca wool directly from the animal.

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20/09/2025

💊 The Camelid Medicine Cabinet by Pamela Walker DVM
Not every livestock medicine is safe for alpacas. The Alpaca Owners Association has published this helpful guide to alpaca-safe medicines and dose rates.

Always consult your vet — but here’s a resource to keep handy:
🔗 https://d6b7vxfj8wcfz.cloudfront.net/eda8-77289123-alpaca-handbook-chapter-17.pdf?versionId=QCsulDrNbBgrWyZaRJUsdKaM7tz6rXbP&fbclid=IwY2xjawMd3tpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHhXosKXFC5tXu4E7Gwxvt13RULKR2TRj1X_6v-5aOBAhGccqVVCXAXIROLl6_aem_hkFWMIWwko7jdWmY32Qp4g

19/09/2025

🧠 Are Alpacas Smarter Than We Think?

Recent research from Aberystwyth University tested alpacas, sheep, and goats in problem-solving challenges.
Results? Alpacas showed impressive learning ability — though goats still led the pack!
Do you think alpacas are underestimated? Tell us in the comments!

🔗 Read the study (free access):
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0168159123003039?via%3Dihub
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0168159125000784

13/09/2025

🌱 How Alpacas Digest Their Food
Did you know alpacas have a three-part stomach?

C1 (83%) – A giant fermentation chamber where microbes break down fibre and alpacas “chew the cud.”

C2 (6%) – Adds enzymes and continues fermentation.

C3 (11%) – Turns acidic, breaking down protein and releasing energy.

This unique system helps alpacas thrive on pasture while producing high-quality fibre.

👉 Learn more: https://alpaca.org.nz/alpacas/caring-for-alpacas

09/09/2025

🦙 South Island Colourbration – That’s a Wrap!
Congratulations to all exhibitors, handlers, and winners from this year’s show.
A huge thank you to our sponsors and volunteers for making it possible 💚

📸 Share your favourite moments in the comments!

11/03/2025

Kumeu A & P Show 2025
Supreme Suri Champion - Greenbank Vernam
Supreme Huacaya Champion - Brenor Warrior

04/03/2025

Temuka & Geraldine A & P Show 2025
Supreme Champion Huacaya - Rustic Dawn Thunderstorm