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Yes. Alpacas learn routines quickly, can be halter-trained in a few sessions, and recognize individual people and herd mates.
Alpacas are quick learners, especially with food rewards and consistent routines. Many owners teach them to come when called, load into trailers, walk on a lead and stand for toenail trims.
Their intelligence is that of a prey animal: they are highly observant and cautious, and they remember bad experiences. Gentle, patient training works far better than force.
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