What are the benefits of having miniature llamas versus standard llamas?
Miniature llamas are perfect for the small acreage owner because of their little size. As more and more Baby Boomers retire and move to their smaller retirement properties and families decide to leave the city behind and have a small homestead, there is a real need for a useful animal that will provide multiple benefits. Mini llamas, because of their small size, need less pasture space, barn space and less feed than large standard llamas. They also are easier to handle due to their petite size when doing routine health care like trimming toenails, shearing and vaccinations. Miniature llamas make great animals for children, small adults, older folks and special needs individuals because their size is not intimidating like the larger standard llama. Historically llamas were bred as beasts of burden and the miniature llama is no exception. They cannot carry as much as a large standard llama, but they can easily carry 10 lbs in a pack, making them perfect companions on the hiking trail. Mi
