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Astral-Light Alpacas, LLC Presents: ALPACA NEONATAL SEMINAR! "BIRTHING & CARE OF THE NEONATAL ALPACA & LLAMA" Saturday, April 19th, 2008 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Location: Astral-Light Alpacas, LLC 5451 N. Parrish Way Fresno, CA 93711 Instructor: Pat Long, DVM Presented By: Naomi Flam, Owner, Astral Light Alpacas, LLC. The objective of this course is to help you determine what role YOU play in the alpaca birthing process and give YOU more confidence in assisting with a difficult birth if necessary. This neonatal seminar will be tailored to the needs of the attendees depending on knowledge levels; therefore, topics may include, but are not limited to the following:
Biography: Patrick Long, DVM is a mixed animal practitioner residing in Corvallis, OR. Llamas and alpacas comprise more than half of his practice. He is a popular speaker at the national AOBA conferences (Alpaca Owners & Breeders Association), faculty member of the Alpaca Breeders Fiber School, and serves on the Board of Directors of the Alpaca Research Foundation. He spearheaded and co-authored the book, "Llama & Alpaca Neonatal Care". In addition, he has screened many alpacas in South America for exportation to other countries, including the USA Registration deadline: Registration forms and payment are due no later than April 11, 2008. $175 per person or $325 for two from same farm/ranch. Includes all supplies, lunch, and handouts. Beverages and snacks will be provided during seminar. Class size is limited to 16 attendees to provide ample time in the lab.  Click here to download a registration form. Testimonials from previous seminars: 2007 "The program was so understandable, some are too scientific and I am lost. Thank you for making it informative and enjoyable. The 'hands on' was a valuable experience." - Margo Kemp "Dr. Long's willingness to answer questions, his depth and breadth of knowledge, and the crias!" - Liz Kataras, Blue Bird Canyon Ranch "I now feel, if the situation arises, I have some good solid knowledge to fall back on. Thank you!" - Kathie Palaima, Silver Spring Alpacas "Great seminar!"- Marilyn Mignosa, MM Farms "Hands on activities with layman terminology, provided time and explanation to the novice." - Nancy Chapel, Alpaca Country Estate "Great seminar! Very informative, I feel much better about the ability and knowledge to care for our alpacas." - Robin Vasquez, R&R Ranch 2006 "Dr. Long's years of camelid experience, intelligence, caring and integrity make him an exceptionally effective instructor. I liked Dr. Long's pace, enthusiasm and willingness to address questions from his audience during his presentations. You provide and invaluable service to breeders by having Dr. Long direct and assist participants in manipulating crias inside your artificial wombs." - Sherry Edensmith, Bonny Doon Llamas & Alpacas "The small crowd as if it was a very private seminar, giving a lot of one-on-one attention. Best two days, we've spent at a Ranch Seminar." - Susan Boos & Michael Scharf, Heritage Ranch Alpacas "Hands on, extensive range of topics that are interrelated, non-intimidating." - Ginny Smith & Bill Clinton, East End Alpacas |
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