From their water and flame resistant fleece to their ability to guard
chickens, alpacas are excellent, ancient, domesticated animals
Alpacas were domesticated by the Incas more than 6,000 years ago and raised for their exquisite fleece. Due to its quality and all of its superhero characteristics, alpaca fibre was reserved exclusively for the elite and nobility.
Alpaca fibre is much like sheep’s wool, but warmer and not itchy. It is lacking in lanolin, which makes it hypoallergenic and also allows it to be processed without the need for high temperatures or harsh chemicals in washing.
Alpaca fibre meets the standards of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's rigid testing specifications as a Class 1 fibre for use in clothing and furnishings.
Alpaca fiber comes in 22 colors and hundreds of shades, from white to light rose gray to dark fawn, in addition to the blends that can be made from those, thus minimizing the need for pollution-intensive dying.
Alpacas have been used as chicken and sheep guards for over 17 years in Australia. They quickly become very protective of their flocks and will chase foxes and other predators away if they try to approach.
By buying alpaca gift donations for charity, you can provide a struggling family with a lifetime of opportunities. Your donation will provide an alpaca to a family in need, along with training and education in its care.