The bear you see in this picture was trapped on our land last May by the Department of Fish and Wildlife. He weighed in at over 450 pounds.

He is a black bear that has visited Alpacas West every spring for the last three years. Each year he returned he was noticeably bigger.

Blackie was drawn to garbage, and fruit trees in this area. Judging by his size, some of the best scrounging around is found in these parts. Too bad Blackie had become so disrespectful of the humans sharing his

territory. He should have run off instead of he chose to stay. 

Finally, after three weeks of placing donuts and other sweet delights in a trap, five pounds of nasty hamburger did the trick. In he went gobbling up the delicacy while the trap door slammed shut behind him. 

Fish and wildlife came as soon as they were called. Old Blackie was given several shots of sedation and while relaxed was by no means asleep. The weigh–in required five men and a Kubota tractor. He was a big one!

Blackie was released many miles to the north of our farm. As he jumped out of the mobile trap, he was heard to say;

"I'll be back"

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After reading Bearly Believable, and the tragic Spitting Chicken story you may be asking yourself; “What kind of fencing does Alpacas West use?”

We thought long and hard about how to protect our alpacas from dogs and wildlife. To discourage digging under the fence, we decided on a six foot heavy wire fence with rocks on the outside boarder of the fencing.

Our gates are double 5 x 6 ft gates with concrete barriers between the ground and the gate bottom. 

Maybe we’ve overdone it a bit but there have been no tragedies since the fences have gone in. 

The alpacas are put into secure barns at night and roam the pastures by day.

We would recommend this fencing to

anyone who has dog problems or other predatory wildlife concerns.

We still see plenty of natural wildlife while our alpacas safely graze in the pastures.

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Sterling’s real name is Strictly Sterling Silver. She was born November 4, 2006. It was immediately obvious that she would be a star.

La Campana is Sterling’s dam. One-hundred percent of La Campana’s crias have been grey. She is a member of the Alpacas West herd.

Sterling’s sire is Strictly Formal owned by Alpacas of America. He is a striking true black herdsire.

Sterling’s histogram as a yearling was 22.5 microns, with a standard deviation of 5.2 microns and only 8.9 % of fibers greater than 30 microns.

Her fleece is a beautiful silvery shade of grey with no other markings. She has a nice straight back, great legs, and a charming face. Her bite is perfect but best of all she is a sweet and gentle little girl. 

Come to the farm to meet her.

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Flash’s real name is Flash of Brilliance. He was born July 17, 2006 to Cathleen a white Bolivian import. 

Brilliance of Peru owned by Alpacas of America is Flash’s sire. Brilliance has those herdsire looks and qualities that every alpaca breeder hopes to see in his own herd. 

Flash’s mean fiber diameter is 18.5 microns. His standard deviation is 4.7 microns with fibers greater than 30 microns at only 2.2%.

He has a great disposition and even more confidence.

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It is said that Pride goeth before the fall but this Pride of Maroon Master will definitely not fall. His fleece is thick and crimped at 22.5 microns.

Pride was born July 11, 2006. His sire is Maroon Master De Peru and just as his name indicates he is a gorgeous maroon color.

Pride’s dam is Arrayanes a light beige girl from Chile.

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Prince of Thunder son of Thunder N Lightning is a bay black huacaya born May 3, 2006.

This guy has great color and carriage. His grandfather is Pluro’s Accoyo “Ross”. 

Pride’s impressive heritage, and fine qualities guarantee that he will be a herdsire of interest.

(Mom & Me)

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Every family has it story. Ours has the usual elements– land, home, children, tree houses, forts, animals, more animals and now grandchildren and alpacas. 

The parade of ducks, chickens, horses, family cow, cats, alpacas and dogs, dogs, dogs has marched on since 1977.

Most of the dogs were rescue dogs. Our favorite was Barney, the English Sheep dog. We’ll want to find another Barney some day.

Once an animal joined our pack, it was given exceptional care and a home for life. Our alpacas are treated with the same concern for their health and well-being.

Our commitment to caring for our alpacas guarantees healthy, gentle, animals. 

Our commitment to customer service guarantees your satisfaction and confidence.

We are a business committed to integrity, quality animals, and exceptional customer service.

Reach out for "Pleasure and Profit”. Join the wonderful world of alpacas today.

(Barney)

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