The Alpaca Evaluation:
A Guide for Owners and Breeders
By Eric Hoffman with Sherry Edensmith & Pat Long DVM
Published by Bonny Doon Press, LLC; |
• The Alpaca Evaluation Handbook, a fully referenced 120-page text with more than 150 color photographs, tables, graphs, and illustrations. Expands the evaluation techniques shown on the DVD. The handbook explains what to look for, why it is important, and presents the history and ongoing scientific discussions of the evaluation criteria. Scoring, and considerations for using evaluation results are included in each chapter.
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The Alpaca Evaluation Form CD simplifies scoring and record keeping. The icon based form changes the technical language of the original screening evaluation into a user-friendly format. The authors have created an evaluation tool that can be understood in any language and used by lay persons as well as animal care professionals.
BAE $199.95 |
Alpacas: Synthesis of a Miracle
Michael Safley |
Safley covers the history of alpacas and the production of fiber from the time of the Incas to the present Peruvian, American and Australian methods of selection. Genetic theory and the impact of the show ring on developing desirable characteristics is discussed as Safley weaves the stories of two giants in the alpaca industry throughout.
BSYN $100.00
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Ideal Alpacas: From Myth to Reality
Michael Safley |
 Michael sets out to dispel common misconceptions in the breeding of alpacas, recognizing that to promote genetic gain there must be some kind of a breed standard against which all breeders can judge the outcomes of their own breeding programs. This book will change the way you approach breeding alpacas.
BSYN $100.00
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Llamas and Alpacas as a Metaphor for Life, 2nd Edition
Marty McGee Bennett |
 Marty McGee Bennett Continues to delight readers with its amusing photographs and witty narrative focusing on life’s lessons learned through interactions with camelids.
BMET $23.50
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In Search of the Ideal Llama: The Field Guide
by Richard & Maggie Krieger
Copyright 1994 100 pages |
Designed to assess conformational traits in llamas. Presented in a small 3-ring binder -format, the authors utilize photographs and descriptions to present conformational anomalies in contrast to desired traits. Several Appendices include llama health and the pre-purchase examination, breeding contracts, fiber and microns, and a
conformation checklist.
BISO $25.00
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International Alpaca Handbook
various authors |
 The book is focused primarily on fibre production with an emphasis on production genetics, colour genetics, pasture management, animal physiology and objective measurement of fibre. There are supporting articles on vitamin and mineral deficiencies, some animal management issues and general material.
$65.00
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Murray: Hummingbirds To Elephants And Other Tales
Autobiography by Murray E. Fowler, DVM
Copyright 1999 308 pages |
Recognized as one of the nation’s foremost authorities on llamas, this autobiography
will delight, amuse and inspire the reader as it follows Murray’s life from birth
to present day. Photographs and impressive curriculum Vitae.
BAMF $27.95
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The Alpaca Shepherd
by Michael Safley
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 The Alpaca Shepherd walks both new and experienced breeders through the process of building barns and fences, caring for cria, breeding and reproduction, delivering babies and creating a breeding program. The text is accessible and easy to understand, free of jargon and technical terms.
$75.00 |
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