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When Do Alpacas Spit?

When Do Alpacas Spit?

Alpacas generally will spit if they are Stressed, threatened, being dominant, and if the female is rejecting the male’s advances. Generally, Alpacas are gentle animals. They are Protective of their herds. When Do Alpacas Spit? Alpacas are stereotypically thought to be docile creatures, but they… Read More »When Do Alpacas Spit?

Do All Alpacas Spit?

Do All Alpacas Spit?

Not all alpacas spit, but they are capable of doing so. “Spit” is somewhat euphemistic; occasionally the projectile contains only air and a little saliva (although often this will be accompanied by acidic stomach contents). All camelids do spit Do All Alpacas Spit? Some Alpacas… Read More »Do All Alpacas Spit?

Why do Alpacas Spit?

Why do Alpacas Spit?

Alpacas spit at each other for five main reasons: when they are playing, fighting, establishing dominance/rank in the herd, to show displeasure, or if there is an annoyance around them. Also, females may spit at a male alpaca to show that she’s not interested in… Read More »Why do Alpacas Spit?