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ALPACA NUTRITION: AN OVERVIEW
 
Basics of Alpaca Nutrition  Dr. Nancy A. Irlbeck
Nutrition is one of the major keys to animal health. Without a sound nutrition program, an animal will be unable to produce fiber or a cria to its maximum genetic potential. 
 
 
 
ALPACA VITAMINS: AN OVERVIEW
 
B-Vitamins For Llamas: Do you Llamas Really Need More?   Mazuri
Everyone knows B-Vitamins are essential for good health. In fact, they're a critical component in the metabolism of all species of animals and plants.
 
Seasonal Interaction of Serum Vitamin D Concentration and Bone Density in Alpacas   Parker JE, Timm KI, Smith BB, Van Saun RJ, Winters KM, Sukon P, Snow CM
To evaluate temporal changes in bone mineral density associated with seasonal variation in serum vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus concentrations in alpacas.
 
Vitamin D Doses for Alpacas (Lama Pacos)   Jusdson GJ, Feakes A
To assess the effectiveness of cholecalciferol (D3) doses for maintaining adequate vitamin D status in crias and adult female alpacas at pasture.
 
Blood Mineral and Vitamin E Concentrations in Llamas   Smith BB, Van Saun RJ, Reed PJ, Craig AM, Youngberg A
To establish reference values for blood concentrations of total calcium (Ca), inorganic phosphorus (P), iron (Fe), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), selenium (Se), and vitamin E (Vit E) in clinically normal llamas.
 
Evaluation of Vitamin D status of Llamas and Alpacas with Hypophosphatemic Rickets   Van Saun RJ, Smith BB, Watrous BJ
To evaluate vitamin D concentrations in juvenile llamas and alpacas with hypophosphatemic rickets.
 
 
 
VITAMIN SUPPLIERS:
 
Vitamins & Minerals Specifically Formulated for Llamas and Alpacas  
 
 
 
ALPACA MINERALS: AN OVERVIEW
 

 

 

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