Introduction
There are so many ways to market a business today that it sometimes boggles the mind when trying to decide where to put your resources, money, time and effort and get the best 'bang for your buck' when faced with the challenge at hand.

Let's face it, flies are a nuisance. They are nasty and undesirable. They are unclean and cause all kinds of problems. Flies have been around forever and I don't see them ever making the Endangered Species list, so we must learn to deal with them.

Our journey with alpacas began in October 2009 with the purchase of a herd of 13 females and 5 males from a farm in Colorado that was liquidating due to a change in marital status. The herd came complete with a fair amount of equipment and 2 Great Pyrenees brothers that had been with the herd for about 6 years.

The Alpaca is a remarkable breed. Originating in South America, specifically in Bolivia, Chile and Peru, these animals are rapidly gaining in popularity throughout the world as a livestock breeding animal. Frequently referred to as, "The World's Fine

Shearing day is one of the most important days of the year for any alpaca owner. It can be a hectic and stressful time, but it doesn't have to be. With the proper preparation and good teamwork, stress on the owner and the animal can be and should be