Llamas are truly low maintenance. They can survive on forage that would waste a horse or cattle. We do give the herd semi-annual immunizations equivalent to what one would give to their horses, including immunization for rabies. We also worm the llamas every 3-4 months. However, we have found them to be remarkably healthy and have very few problems birthing or nursing.
I strongly recommend anyone contemplating acquiring llamas or who has just purchased a llama to buy a book with basic veterinary care guidelines. Caring for Llamas A Health and Management Guide by Clare Hoffman, D.V.M. and Ingrid Asmus is an excellent starting reference book. Other excellent sources for information are the International Llama Registry located online at www.lamaregistry.com and a quarterly publication the International Camelid Quarterly. This magazine can be contacted online as well at www.llamas-alpacas.com.
In Texas the South Central Llama Association, SCLA, participates in many of the regional llama shows as well providing a directory of member ranches. They also offer an on-line breeders list. The SCLA can be found online at http://www.scla.us/
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