Mix some molasses with corn meal and a little flour make a small "meatball" then mix the copper rods into the meatball The goats will eat this with gusto and it is a no fuss method. Be aware that they will be looking for more.
Get some Murry gingersnap cookies she won't be able to resist them, only 1-2. She will come looking for them when you are around. They have a great use to give worm meds to goats as well as donkeys. Donkeys can be very loving but it takes time, she has to trust you first. Visit her often so...
Don't chase them as that makes the trust issue even more difficult. Try having a bucket with some sweet feed and see if you can get them to come. If not just place the bucket on the ground and step way way back... They will know you brought it when they are done just pick up the bucket and go...
minus 10 is cold ...I have llamas and do not blanket them but here in NC it will not get that cold. So on the coldest days it might be a good idea to blanket them. Watch for impacted ice in the hooves.
This has to do with age and responsibility ....you see the outcome if you get hurt so the fear creeps in. If this horse is kid safe then go slowly and get up and ride, your fear will subside after a few short rides. Enjoy him!!
Get a feed that is specific for llamas ...sweet feed is not good for them. Feed them a good quality hay and if you are getting 2 llamas you will need about 1/2 acre minimum for them to roam. Good luck!!
Drench is a high mineral concentrate in a molasses base. The calf manna is good and the senior horse feed will help.
Nutri-Drench is the liquid. It is first and only supplement to deliver all vital nutrients directly to the bloodstream in minutes. This superior combination of high vitamins...
You might be Ok if the puppy is kept with the donkey when he is young ...and that depends if the donkey accepts the GP pup from the beginning. Since you have no history with either animal it will be touch and go in the beginning. Be prudent and keep your eye on them at all times for the first...
I would get him on a good drench right away! The drench will help keep his weight on and settle the flora in his digestive system. Monitor what and how much he eats so you can make sure he is getting enough food. Talk to the vet about bulking him up ... he needs a special diet. There are...
At 27 years he is at the end of his life expectancy so all you can do is make him comfortable. He may pull through but he has lived a long time.
God Bless
Llamas are wonderful animals and they can be very entertaining. My family pack and hike with llamas and they are so wonderful to have on the trail..... I can not wait for warmer weather. Welcome to the site, you made a fine purchase !!