Living with other animals & people

Can alpacas live with horses?

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Sometimes, but horses can kick or chase alpacas. Grazing them separately or on adjoining pastures is safer.

A benefit of co-grazing with horses is that horses don't share most alpaca worms. Watch for rough play and keep alpacas away from horses during EHV-1 outbreaks.

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