The Alpaca Book (Hardcover)

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Review

It may not be the last word, but for now, this is the current word and THE ALPACA BOOK receives a blue ribbon for its professionalism, its unique tone and its broad focus. -- Francie Greth-Peto

Product Description

This book is a must-have for the serious breeder and includes chapters on management, medicine, biology and fiber. 120+ photographs and 80+ illustrations, 8 1/2 x 11.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 255 pages
• Publisher: Clay Pr Inc; 1st edition (May 15, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0964661802
• ISBN-13: 978-0964661806
• Product Dimensions: 11.4 x 8.6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,529,570 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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50 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An absolute must for all present and future alpaca owners., June 23, 1999

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This book covers all aspects of the alpaca from its history to husbandry. It is easy to understand for beginners and is detailed enough to be a great reference for established breeders. It should be one of the first investments for any one who wants to know more about alpacas.

55 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A "must have" book for anyone who is interested in alpacas., October 24, 1999

By	Linda S. (United States) - See all my reviews

This book is comprehensive and covers all aspects of care that you need to be aware of if you are considering purhasing alpacas or you already have them. There is no other source for all this information. The investment in knowledge pays off many times over.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must Read for Potential Alpaca owners, June 4, 2005

By	Michael W. Bean "Alpacapatch" (Port Orchard,WA,USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book will cut through all the hype of alpaca breeders and give you the amuniton you need when looking at potential animals.
This book is well written by the legendary and pioneer Vet Eric Hoffman. This book is well illustrated and begins with the history of Alpacas in south America and takes you through a journey of Knowlege of Alpaca Biology, Husbandry and Manegementwhich includes training,Feeding,Taming and Training and Transportation. Reproduction chapter includes Genitics and Congenital/Heditary Defencts. Medical Management includes First Aid, Preventitive Medicine
The section I found most informative was the information on Alpaca Fiber, the stages of processing and the Europiean Fiber market and I'ts affects on Alpaca breeding.
This book was given to us by the farm we bought our first Alpacas from and has been an invaulable tool.
I would highly reccoment this book to anyone who is seriously looking at Alpaca Ownership.