Essays about: "Alpacas"

Showing result 11 - 13 of 13 essays containing the word Alpacas.

1. 11. Diseases and causes of death among camelids in Sweden : a retrospective study of necropsy cases 2001-2013

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Clinical Sciences

   Author : Christina Björklund; [2014]
   Keywords : camelids; alpaca; llama; camel; disease; necropsy; post mortem;

   Abstract : Camelids, especially alpacas, have increased in popularity during the last decade, with the result that they are more frequently encountered by field practicing veterinarians and pathologists. Knowledge regarding their health care and their diseases under Swedish conditions is, however, limited. READ MORE

3. 12. Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis hos alpacka : utredning av ett utbrott i en svensk alpackabesättning

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Clinical Sciences

   Author : Tobias Norgren; [2008]
   Keywords : alpacka; Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis; böldsjuka; kaseös lymfadenit; kameldjur;

   Abstract : The alpaca is a camelid that originate from the South American highland. During recent years it's been possible to keep alpacas in other parts of the world. Today there is a world-wide interest in alpacas, but there is still limited knowledge about this fascinating animal. There are approximately 350-400 alpacas in Sweden in 2007. READ MORE

4. 13. A field study on feeding of Alpacas in Sweden

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Nutrition and Management

   Author : Pernilla Folkesson; [2007]
   Keywords : alpaca; feeding; nutrition; lactating females; alpaca females; crias;

   Abstract : Alpacas are held in South America mainly for wool production, but also for meat and leather production. South American Camelids, including alpacas, vicuñas, llamas and guanacos, are well adapted to the harsh environment during the dry season in South America. READ MORE