In South America, up to half of the newborn alpacas die before they reach
weaning age.
To prevent that from happening in this area, the Oregon State
University College of Veterinary Medicine run a series of neonatal clinics for alpaca owners.

The next course is on Saturday, March 17 and Sunday, 18th, 2007, 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Magruder Hall, College of Veterinary Medicine, Oregon State University.

I have been on the alpaca neonatal course and it was really excellent with lectures, discussions, and practical exercises (including pulling crias from the artificial uteri) which is very useful practice for those awkward births. Although pulling cold, wet, slightly smelly alpaca cria from plastic uteri doesn't completely relate to putting your hand into the very hot and tight uteri of a living alpaca.

On the second day the herd health topics will include nutrition, parasite control, vaccinations, herd monitoring, “red flags” signs of disease.

The two days are an excellent investment of time especially for those new to the industry. To book a place please contact:


Email = pat.hutson@oregonstate.edu

Pat Hutson
Camelid Neonatology Workshop Office of the Dean
Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine
200 Magruder Hall
Corvallis, OR 97331


Adrian Stewart