Pre-Purchase Consultation
Our pre-purchase consultation is designed to help you make confident, informed decisions.
Whether you're first-time buyers or adding to an existing herd, we provide hands-on support, practical advice, and honest assessments tailored to your needs.
Why does it matter?
Choosing the right alpaca is a big decision.
Our consultation helps you identify healthy, well-suited animals, avoid common pitfalls, and plan for long-term welfare and herd success centred around your goals.
Although we can assess alpaca from any source and provide impartial pre-purchase advice, we aim to source alpaca from reputable breeders that we know and trust, with high welfare standards, responsible breeding practices, and healthy genetics.
Full Consultation
Our full pre-purchase consultation includes in-depth research on all available alpaca within your parameters and one accompanied farm visit to help you confidently assess the potential alpaca in person.
Research:
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Available alpaca based on your preferences and requirements
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Assessment of suitability for your herd, including age, sex, genetics, fibre, temperament, and health considerations
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Written summary outlining your options, positive and negative traits, and any recommendations
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Research and written summary of genetic lines, where available
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Photos or video links, if available from the seller
Individual Assessment:
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On-site visit to the chosen seller’s farm (we meet you there)
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Hands-on assessment of prospective animals, including:
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Body condition and weight
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Limb soundness and gait
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Coat and fleece condition
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Teeth, nails, eyes, and skin health
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Behaviour, temperament, and signs of stress or health issues
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Discussion with the seller covering age, history, treatments, and breeding
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Support in evaluating whether the animal is suitable for your current or future setup
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Clear feedback and honest advice post-visit
Starting at
£450
* Our in-person assessment comes with our usual call-out fee.
Research & In-Depth Summary
If you’d like guidance without a farm visit, we can provide personalised research and a detailed summary of alpaca available for sale.
Research:
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Available alpaca based on your preferences and requirements
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Assessment of suitability for your herd, including age, sex, genetics, fibre, temperament, and health considerations
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Written summary outlining your options, positive and negative traits, and any recommendations
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Research and written summary of genetic lines, where available
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Photos or video links, if available from the seller
Starting at
£150
Please note:
This option does not include an on-site visit
It is purely research and advice, giving you a thorough overview before making a farm visit or decision.
Farm Accompaniment & Assessment
If you’ve already researched alpaca for sale and want additional support on-site, we can accompany you to the farm and help assess the animals in person.
Individual Assessment:
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On-site visit to the chosen seller’s farm (we meet you there)
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Hands-on assessment of prospective animals, including:
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Body condition and weight
-
Limb soundness and gait
-
Coat and fleece condition
-
Teeth, nails, eyes, and skin health
-
Behaviour, temperament, and signs of stress or health issues
-
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Discussion with the seller covering age, history, treatments, and breeding
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Support in evaluating whether the animal is suitable for your current or future setup
-
Clear feedback and honest advice post-visit
Starting at
£300
Please note:
This option does not include prior research - you must select the alpaca to view
* Our in-person assessment comes with our usual call-out fee.
Contact us to discuss what you're looking for
