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The Advantages of Measuring IgG in Llama Colostrum

The Advantages of Measuring IgG in Llama Colostrum
For the past seven years Triple J Farms has been studying the use of the measurement of llama IgG in improving the management and breeding of llamas. This paper is preliminary data on monitoring the IgG concentrations in llama colostrum over several years and its relationship to passive transfer and the health of newborn crias.…
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How to Correct Abnormal IgG Levels in Newborn Llamas

How to Correct Abnormal IgG Levels in Newborn Llamas
Triple J Farms has developed a method of monitoring passive transfer in the newborn llama by using a radial immunodiffusion test. To date we have monitored over 300 mother IgG colostrum titers and the next day serum levels of IgG in the cria. By observation of the cria's activity, weight gain, and general health we…
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Cow Colostrum, an Alternative Supplement for the Newborn Llama

Cow Colostrum, an Alternative Supplement for the Newborn Llama
A newborn llama goes from a sterile womb to an environment filled with bacteria, viruses and toxins. Protection against these possible sickness-causing invaders comes from the dam's colostrum. Immunity is developed through her daily existence with exposure to barnyard contaminants as well as immunizations she might have been given over the years. Protection comes in…
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Testing to Develop Normals on Newborn Crias, from Birth to Weaning

Testing to Develop Normals on Newborn Crias, from Birth to Weaning
Forty newborn crias were monitored for IgG levels every 3 weeks until weaning. Due to schedule conflicts some period bleeds were omitted. All of these crias were born between 1995 and 1996 in the Pacific Northwest (of the United States of America). A total of 5 crias were transfused by intraperitoneal infusion to raise their…
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