Where Are They Now

Alpaca My Bags!

Posted August 30 2023

In February 2023 a group of alpacas, who had survived a flood which claimed others in their pack, found sanctuary at Edgar’s Mission.

Six of them made their way to a new doting family, and six months later they are living their best lives, as Lesley explains. “We’ve had alpacas for a couple of years and were keen to add one or two more eventually”.

This came about when I was at Canine Therapies Warrnambool with my dog Douglas having his hydrotherapy. Shannon the therapist used to work at Edgar’s and we are always chatting about our animals and she mentioned Edgar’s had recently taken in some rescues.

They love their treats and all 12 of them come running when they see me with the red bucket

So I got on to it straight away, answered all the questions, showed our space and shelter and that was it. We added six more to our little herd. We had the space so thought why not, the more the merrier!

They are no bother to look after. They love their treats and all 12 of them come running when they see me with the red bucket.

I think 12 is probably enough for now, though you never know. They’re addictive!”

If you also have the love, commitment and space to welcome new animal family members into your world, please check out our adoption page.

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