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Llamas have always been prized domesticated animals that have provided meat, wool, and other items. Nowadays, the industry of Llama breeding is great and has to be managed by many organizations, which keep the records of Llamas and hold special events for breeder and owner benefit.
The International Llama Registry (ILR) is one of the most acknowledged organizations that insures the quality of the breeding stock and maintains a huge database of livestock. It also helps owners of various subspecies to learn more about these animals. The ILR does not register Alpacas.
The importance of Llama registering cannot be overestimated. It is recommended to register the breeding stock since it will be easier to trace the linage of the animal and provide a better choice of the breeding stock.
The price of a Llama depends on the quality, wool, conformation, bloodlines, and other factors. A pet quality Llama may cost
as low as $400 dollars, whereas trained packers and stud males average $2,000
dollars. Reproductive females may cost from $1,500 to $5,000 dollars and more. Buying a Llama from registered breeding stock is good proof of its quality.
The ILR is a non-for-profit organization that was formed in 1985 and is independent from all known Llama registries. ILR members have to pay a small fee each year and are usually provided with additional services such as ballots, surveys, and news on the Llama industry. Currently, the number of Llamas registered with the ILR is over 140,000 animals with owners residing all over the world.
Llamas - Associations Links
Llamas - Associations Links - US
Alpaca and Llama Show Association - Check the calendar for show and clinic dates, view the list of winners, or subscribe to the Llama recording service to keep track of show points.
Alpaca Association of Western Washington - Find a directory of alpaca owners throughout the Pacific Northwest. Also browse the association's events calendar and news articles.
Alpaca Breeders of Southern California, SoCalpaca - SoCalpaca educates the public about alpacas and promotes the industry and the health of camelids. View the farm members and bulletin board.
Alpaca Breeders of the Rockies - Check a schedule of events organized by this alpaca breeder association. Also find member links, a newsletter, and facts about the breed.
Alpaca Owners & Breeders Association - US-based org. for the alpaca industry, offering membership info, details of its magazine, investment info, and alpaca farms in the US and abroad.
Alpaca Registry, The - Learn about the registry, including its history, policies, events and fees. Submit a registration form in one of two ways.
California Alpaca Breeders Association - Calpaca boasts some of the oldest bloodlines in North America. View photos of the alpacas for sale and check out the events.
Central Oregon Llama Association - Organization made up of breeders and Llama industry businesses provides news releases and highlights of its festivals. Find a member directory.
Greater Appalachian Llama and Alpaca Association - Nonprofit group educates public about the breeding, raising, and caring of Llamas and related camelids. With calendar, list of officers, photos and newsletter summaries.
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Llama Lifestyle Marketing Association - Find out how the Llama industry's marketing efforts got started, read a FAQ and order guides to raising Llamas.
Michigan Llama Association - Society details its newsletter and its lending library. Also find a list of upcoming events, a directory of members and related links.
Mid-Atlantic Alpaca Association - MaPaca is a cooperative of 80 alpaca breeders in seven Mid-Atlantic states. Check the calendar of events and the membership roster.
Missouri Alpaca Breeders Association - MoPaca promotes public awareness of the state's alpacas. Browse the calendar, directory and related resources.
New England Alpaca Owners and Breeders Association - NEAOBA includes breeders, owners and prospective alpaca owners from the six New England states. Read its goals and contact details.
New Hampshire Lama Association - Read newsletters, get tips on caring for Llamas, check the event schedule and scan a list of articles, books and videos about Llamas.
Ohio River Valley Llama Association - Association hosts informative workshops for Llama owners, shares its history, introduces its board and drill team, and posts an events calendar.
Pacific Northwest Alpaca Association - Directory features Pacific Northwest breeders who sell alpacas and alpaca products. View classifieds, an events calendar and a member list.
Rocky Mountain Llama & Alpaca Association - Org. dedicated to education about Llamas and alpacas describes its members. Also find a newsletter and a calendar of upcoming events.
South Central Llama Association - See a list of members in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas and Louisiana. Find events and recommended vets.
Southeastern Alpaca Association - SeAA's members come from the southeastern and mid-Atlantic United States. Browse a membership directory and complete an application.
Southern States Llama Association - Organization of Llama and alpaca owners provides a member directory and a calendar of events. Also find a discussion board and news briefs.
State of Jefferson Alpaca Association - Southern Oregon and Northern California Alpaca owners and breeders organization includes information about its members, alpacas, and the region.
Tennessee Llama Community - Club dedicated to Llamas and alpacas. Find out about shows, events and meetings, and locate Llama vets in Tennessee.
Llamas - Associations Links - International
Alpaca Association of New Zealand - Group for breeders and friends of alpacas promotes the animal through agricultural shows and a magazine.
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Alpaca Fiber Cooperative of North America - America's Alpaca - AFCNA introduces its board of directors and committees, and news and articles of interest. Find out how the coop works and how to join.
Australian Alpaca Association - Features include membership details, a directory of breeders, news, events, investment opportunities, and general information on the breed.
British Llama & Alpaca Association - Represents owners, breeders and others with an interest in these camelid breeds. Includes events, breeders' directory and links.
Canadian Alpaca Breeders Association - Canadian Alpaca Breeders Association presents facts on these animals that first arrived in Canada in the late 1980s. Phone or email for details.
Canadian Llama & Alpaca Association - Resources include member benefits, CLAA directors and committees, member web sites, and general industry links.
International Lama Registry - ILR has compiled a large collection of genealogical info to maintain an official registry system. Search for a name and check the stats.
New Zealand Llama Association - Nonprofit group promotes Llamas and their breeders, and offers an e-newsletter and a brief history of Llamas in New Zealand.
