llamas for sale in PA * male llamas * female llamas
guard llamas * baby llamas * pet llamas * llama info

Is A Llama Right For You?

Llamas are enjoying a new popularity throughout the world, both as work and companion animals. At Leisure Acres Llamas we understand how anyone could fall in love with a llama, but we also understand that llama ownership isn't for everyone. Before you make a decision on whether llama ownership is right for you, consider the following questions:

1. Can you provide adequate space and weather protection? First things first: it's absolutely essential that the land on which you plan to keep your llamas is zoned for livestock. Check your local ordinances; sometimes zoning for horses also includes llamas. And think in plural terms - llamas don't like to live alone. They almost always do better and are happier in groups or at least in pairs, and you can generally count on needing at least one acre of land for two to four llamas. You'll also need to provide a shelter. In some cases the shelter can be as simple as a three-sided shed, but in other cases more is necessary. If your location is subject to extremes of heat or cold, you will need a more substantial shelter. In extreme hot weather fans may be necessary to circulate air in the shelter.

2. What do you expect from a llama? Llamas are wonderful companion animals, but they aren't like horses, dogs, goats, or any other more common domestic animals. They're gentle, curious, calm, and intelligent .... but they aren't "house pets" in any sense of the word. Llamas are bright, energetic, and easily trained, but if you're looking for a pet to cuddle or bring you your slippers, you're on the wrong track.