Owning alpacas as pets or as a business is a family-friendly activity that can involve children from quite a young age. Hand-feeding, halter-training and show handling can all be managed by children with appropriate supervision and teaches many useful lifeskills: responsibility, kindness and pride in achievement. Having children involved in the reality of birthing is also an interesting exercise.
Not every alpaca enjoys the sustained attention that a pet will receive, but at Wharncliffe we have a number of pets available each year, chosen for their suitability for family life. Your pets will be halter-trained, ready to join your family for many happy years.
Remember that alpacas always need an alpaca friend, so pets are sold in pairs, unless joining an existing herd.