The Vet Shed Services
Practical Support for Every Herd
We're here to support you and your herd - every step of the way.
Caring for alpacas is a journey and no two herds are ever quite the same. At Butterley Alpacas and The Vet Shed, we offer practical, experience led support to help you keep your animals healthy, calm and thriving. Whether you are just starting out or managing an established herd, our services are designed to give you confidence, clarity and continuity of care. With hands on alpaca breeding experience alongside veterinary knowledge, everything we offer is grounded in real world herd management, focusing on prevention, wellbeing and long term sustainability.
Our services are flexible and built around you
Our approach is simple; calm, practical, and always centred around animal welfare. Whether you need hands on support, advice by phone, or guidance with a specific concern, we are here to help you feel confident in the care of your herd.
If you would like to talk through your needs or learn more about any of our services, we are always happy to have a conversation. You can easily get in touch here.
Emergency & Escalation Support
We can provide calm escalation support, helping you decide when to act, how to monitor and how best to work with your local primary vet.
Key Herd Care Services
Herd Health Planning
Good herd health is not an accident. We work with herd owners to create health and management plans tailored to your animals, land and goals.
Land & Housing
Practical guidance on land, stocking levels and herd wellbeing; helping alpaca owners build healthy, sustainable setups from day one.
Daily Care and Routine
Caring for alpacas is deeply rewarding, but good daily routines and proactive health planning are essential. Here is what responsible, practical herd care really looks like, from everyday checks to long term wellbeing.
Alpaca Support Packages
Having the right support around you makes all the difference when caring for alpacas. Alongside your local vet, access to experienced, alpaca specific guidance can bring confidence, clarity and reassurance when it matters most.
Starter Herds
Starting your own alpaca herd should feel exciting, not overwhelming. With the right animals and the right guidance, those early decisions become the foundation for a confident, successful and enjoyable journey.
Alpaca Support Packages
Having the right support around you makes all the difference when caring for alpacas. Alongside your local vet, access to experienced, alpaca specific guidance can bring confidence, clarity and reassurance when it matters most.
What We Do
A complete range of alpaca care services, grounded in real experience and veterinary knowledge.
Husbandry Advice -
including pasture management and biosecurity
From grazing rotation and stocking density to quarantine protocols and hygiene routines, we support you in building systems that protect both your alpacas and your land.
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Herd Health Planning
We help you create a tailored health plan for your herd, covering vaccinations, parasite monitoring, nutrition, body condition scoring and seasonal care. A proactive approach keeps small issues from becoming big problems.
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Routine Procedures
Including toenail trimming, dentistry, vaccinations, Vitamin ADE injections and microchip implanting; carried out calmly and carefully with alpaca handling always in mind
Owner Training
Empowering owners with practical skills and knowledge, from handling and observation to recognising early signs of illness and understanding normal behaviour
Blood and Plasma Collection and Transfusion
Advanced support when needed, carried out with welfare as the top priority
Castrations
Performed professionally with aftercare guidance provided, helping owners manage herd dynamics safely.
Enferplex Blood Collection for bTB Testing
Supporting owners through testing requirements with minimal stress to animals.
Ultrasound Pregnancy Scanning
Confirming pregnancies and supporting breeding decisions with clear, timely information
Fertility Advice
Helping improve breeding outcomes through nutritional guidance, timing, and reproductive support.
Matings and Stud Work
Carefully managed breeding using high quality genetics, with a strong focus on diversity, temperament and long term herd health.
Second Opinion Support
We work alongside your own vet, offering second opinions and clinical work ups where needed. The aim is collaboration, reassurance and the best possible outcome for your animals.