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If Butter is unable to or unwilling to rise, a veterinarian needs to examine him. This is particularly important if this has been going on for more than a day. The most common causes of unwillingness to rise are traumatic injury, debilitation from an infectious disease, or a neurologic condition. One condition somewhat common to alpacas and llamas that can cause this type of clinical signs is infestation with a parasite known as Parelaphostrongylus tenuis. It affects their central nervous system and can cause inflammation serious enough to cause neurologic signs. Your veterinarian may be able to determine if this parasite is the cause of the issues with a fecal test. A thorough physical exam by a vet familiar with camelids will be the only way to begin to figure out the cause of Butter's issues. Definitely seek a vet if things are not turning around very soon. Hope this helps.
Updated on November 25th, 2025
Hello! Lots of animals can benefit from supplements like glucosamine. Your local feed store should be able to point you in the right direction for brands and types available for livestock. Wraps are unlikely to help Bella. If wraps are applied wrongly or too tight you can actually cause more harm than good so I wouldn't recommend it. Keeping her warm in cold weather (like a barn) and lots of straw for padding will also help to keep her warm and comrortable
Updated on November 25th, 2025
I would look into a guardian or herding breed such as a Great Pyrenees or other type of shepherd. Often, these dogs are bred to spend their entire time guarding flocks with little human interaction, and do well living outdoors among the herd. Speaking with local breeders in your area that raising working stock may help you get a better idea about these dogs and see if they are right for you.
Updated on November 25th, 2025
If you are supplementing her with hay or grains this decrease in milk consumption can be normal, particularly around 6 weeks of age. Potential problems could be associated with digesting the milk or milk replacer causing symptoms of pain and cramping in the digestive tract. If you are noticing diarrhea or soft stools this is very possible. I recommend whole goat's milk as the best milk to feed a lamb until it is weaned. If you can not get goat's milk, then be sure you are using a milk replacer for sheep and try to avoid any soy containing milk replacer. Feeding the milk at room temperature or slightly warmer is best for the GI tract as well. If your lamb stops eating or drinking everything offered I recommend having your veterinarian exam it ASAP as juvenile lambs can decline very quickly.
Updated on November 25th, 2025
Unfortunately it is difficult to give specific advices without more clinical informations, I think a check up is immediately needed as these signs are quite concerning but generic. Differentials are many, from gastrointestinal diseases (infection/inflammations often dietary related) to any disease that can spread systemically (causing lethargy for example) like infection, and anything that can cause pain/discomfort. The approach must be logic, starting from offering different kind of food. A check up is needed if inappetence last for more than 24hours. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.
Updated on November 25th, 2025