For a number of reasons.

A source of income from sale of alpacas to:

• individuals who want breeding stock
• individuals who want stock for fibre production
• individuals who just want to experience the pleasure of owning alpacas
• individuals who just want pet alpacas
• individuals who want to get involved in showing alpacas at Shows and Fairs
• individuals who want a hobby that will pay it's own way

There are not large numbers of alpacas in Canada with the majority of animals residing in South America. They do not reproduce quickly and with importation risky, difficult and expensive it is unlikely there will be excessive numbers in the short term.

WHO INVESTS IN ALPACAS

Alpaca investors/breeders/owners originate from all walks of life. They include individuals who wish to make this their primary business; other individuals who wish to diversify their investments; families whose members include one member who works out and the other who wishes to have a source of income at home; retired couples who want animals in their life; young families with children; plus individuals who just want to have alpacas as pets.

Some owners keep their alpacas on their own property while others purchase them and board them at other alpaca breeders. They visit them frequently plus get involved taking care of them as appropriate. Others purchase alpacas and board them out until they get established with their own property.

With the continued challenge to produce sufficient revenue off the family farm many people are turning to alternative farming. One of the alternatives is alpaca ranching which provides the opportunity for alpaca sales, boarding income, breeding revenue plus sale of fibre(raw or processed).

Many retiring people are looking for a retirement hobby which will produce retirement income plus provide for loveable pets and enjoyable lifestyle. What better than huacaya alpacas?