merrikbush
Exploring the pasture
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Hi! I'm new here and just bought a 6.5-acre "country home" to realize my dream of creating my own personal companion farm (not for breeding or business). I am looking to start with two or three alpacas, and of course would love the sweetest and friendliest. What is the best approach? Should I purchase them as cria? And should I go with males or females? My sense from owning horses, rabbits, dogs, cats, is that socializing is key to any emotionally happy animals, but I also know that personality is often baked in. I would love any recommendations. Also, best places to purchase them in Northern California (from Bakersfield south to Auburn north--and anywhere in between). The farm will be in Amador County. And finally, I'd love recommendations for best type of pen/enclosures. Thank you so much!