On the hoof: alpacas Fleece from this exotic herd, similar to llamas, may wind up in rancher's unique boutique. By Jenifer Javia Arizona Daily Star Jan 19, 2006 Jan 19, 2006; 1 of 3 ...

MOSES LAKE – The Grant County Fairgrounds was the host of dual events Saturday and Sunday, the Northwest Alpaca Showcase and Alpacapalooza, filled with shows, alpacas and unique vendors.

Polk's three alpaca farmers agreed that the initial investment is a few acres of pasture land, fencing and your foundation herd. Their herds range in size from 14 to 38 alpacas now, and they each ...

Dulce investigates the camera on Sept. 10, 2014, in Jefferson County, Colorado. Kim Taha started Taha Suri Alpaca Ranch two years ago, and currently cares for 14 alpacas on her land.

Mobile hoof-trimming business helping animals keep their stride. ... PIGS, GOATS, LLAMAS, SHEEP AND ALPACAS. AND THEN WE ALSO OFFER SHEARING SERVICES FOR SHEEP, LLAMAS AND ALPACAS AS WELL.

'They don't have hooves, they have toes': Popularity of alpacas in Iowa explained THE CARS STILL UNDER INVESTIGATION THIS AFTERNOON. AND HUNDREDS OF ALPACA ARE PUTTING ON A SHOW.

Learn more about the animals when local ranches open their doors to visitors this weekend for National Alpaca Farm Days. No paywalls. No subscriptions. Noozhawk is free for everyone!

Alpacas were originally domesticated some 6,000 years ago by the Inca civilization of the Andes Mountains, who began breeding vicunas. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.