How to Care for Llamas After Shearing

Llamas are popular pets for people who have large tracts of land that can house the large animals. Llamas are relatively intelligent, and can be affectionate pets. They grow large fluffy, dense goats akin to a sheep's wool. Their coats can make the animals hot, and become infested with pests like lice, so owners regularly shave their llamas. If you've recently sheared your pet llama, take some additional precautions after the shearing.

Things You'll Need

  • Brushes
  • Blanket
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Instructions

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      Give your newly shaved llama adequate protection from the cold and elements. The sudden loss of hair will make a llama more sensitive to cold, and lack of protection could result in sickness. Provide your llama with a clean, dry and warm shelter.

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      Buy your llama a blanket for increased protection. Blankets are available at animal supply shops that cater to large animals like llamas and horses. Blanket the llama every night and in inclement weather.

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      Brush your llama regularly to keep its short coat healthy, and to keep an eye on the llama's skin. Brushing the llama will give you a chance to watch for cuts and infections that would have been prevented by the llama's thick coat.