Benny and Jett were getting very fluffy.
It was time for their annual shearing, but as we’ve only had them for 10 months, it was all new to us. Shearer Tony easily handles Benny.
Benny is quickly thrown to the ground and all four feet are stretched out by ropes. Shearer Terry quickly runs the clippers over thick fleece, pushing it to the side as he works.
It is fascinating to see how densely black Benny’s undercoat is. We gather up the large amounts of fleece surprised at how warm it is. Shearer Tony keeps Benny still by controlling his head and neck. (I’m pretty sure I could do his job…)
Until they start shearing his neck and face…then I’m not so sure.
The alpacas do not like getting sheared. They either prefer a higher caliber spa treatment or they just know how silly they are going to look. Actually, we’re thinking of changing their names to Goof and Goofier.
We have 4 bags of fleece and 2 of the silliest looking animals ever.
We’d forgotten how small these animals really are. No more shearing until next year. We’re already thinking we could do it ourselves….
How hard could it be?
Clearly we’re optimistic….
and blessed.
It was so nice to visit all the boys today! We love them. Thank you so much!
Jen and Charlotte
Thank you, it is very fun to have them to share. Loved that you came by and that you’ve joined the neighborhood.
So I’m very curious as to what the plans are for the fleece? Are you planning to process and card it in all your free time? ( I will fall off my chair impressed if you answer YES!)
Okay, my friend, we’re not sure how to do it yet, but I hope to make a duvet. I am allergic to feathers, so this would be hypo-allergenic….
OMG! They ARE silly looking when sheared! And a lot smaller. What crazy animals!
They are completely different and more deer like in their movements. We giggle every time we see them.
Adorable! At least you didn’t have to kneel on their necks!
Very true, take care Richard,