Beginner's Guide for First Time Llama and Alpaca Owners, or those just thinking about Owning Llamas or Alpacas!

Just Starting out?

Ellamas provides these sources for you to investigate owning your first llama or alpaca.

Whether you are seeking a llama as a companion or 4H project, an alpaca for their luxury fiber, or you would like to raise and show llamas or alpacas, you will find the basics of ownership in these pages.  

Only the Beginning!

More resources are available through Ellamas online articles and bookstore.  Plan to visit local farms from our Links List and get to know the people in the wonderful world of lamas and their fabulous animals!

Index to Articles:

Why Llamas?  
Answers the question, "What do you do with a llama?" as well as general FAQ's and fun!

How to Purchase a Llama  
When you are ready for that all important first purchase, what to look for and how to know the right llama for you!

 18 Things New Owners Should Know 
Contributed by Paige McGrath, this is a great summary of the most important basics for all new owners. Read before you buy!