| 1/25/2012 1:50:27 PM |
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Tom/MaryBeth
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How do you make the decision to geld a male? Is it size? Personality? I know that gelding will help to maintain a stable fiber as the alpaca ages, but at what age do you make the determination to geld or not to geld?
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| 1/27/2012 3:48:15 PM |
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katy holland
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Hello,
I would think the decision would come once the male in question is fully mature. By this time, you will probably know if the male is one you would like to use for breeding. If not, gelding can be done as soon as his 'parts' are fully developed. Gelding should be done during cooler months so he won't be bugged by flies, which can cause infections, while recovering. Your vet is the only one that can really tell you if the male is ready or not. Gelding is really up to you. If the male is a little too dominate for you, gelding would probably help. But the main decision, is based upon breeding or not.
Katy and Delaney Holland
Alpacas of Holland Acres
Olivia, MN
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