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.
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.
*While this consultation is intended for the purchase of alpaca, we are also able to source and organise the hiring of stud males.
Ensuring you have the best genetics available to produce alpaca in line with your goals.
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
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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
*Alpaca MOT is a herd husbandry support and mentoring service, not a veterinary practice.
Our guidance is designed to help you manage your herd’s day-to-day wellbeing, but it does not constitute a veterinary treatment plan or replace professional veterinary medical advice. Read our full Service Disclaimer here