https://www.ariyaalpacas.comAdvancing the art of breedinghttps://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6776/2026-alpaca-ontario-show-du-printempsSat, 01 Aug 2026 18:33:27 +0000<p>Quel week-end exceptionnel pour Ariya Alpacas !</p> <p>C’est avec une immense fierté que nous partageons les résultats obtenus lors de cette dernière exposition, où nos alpagas se sont démarqués de façon remarquable dans plusieurs classes de couleur et aux plus hauts niveaux de championnat.</p> <p>Champion de couleur – Mâle Brun<br />Ariya Belenis&#3...https://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6783/2026-alpaga-quebec-halter-and-walking-fleeceMon, 25 May 2026 00:18:44 +0000<p> </p> <hr /> <p>Hi Everyone,</p> <p>Last weekend marked the conclusion of our final show of the season. We introduced some new blood into our show string, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the results it brought.</p> <p>We were honored to receive <strong>Judge’s Choice</strong> for <em>Ariya Loro’s White Light</em> and <strong>Judge’s Choice</strong> for ...https://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6775/2026-alpaca-ontario-spring-showFri, 17 Apr 2026 00:35:33 +0000<p>What an exceptional weekend for Ariya Alpacas!</p> <p>We are incredibly proud to share the results from this past show, where our alpacas delivered a remarkable performance across multiple colour classes and championship levels.</p> <p>Color Champion Brown Male<br />Ariya Belenis' True Reflection</p> <p>Color Champion Brown Female</p> <p>Ariya One of a Kind's Sweet Sadie</p> <p>Reserve Champion Brown Female&l...https://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6763/the-advantages-of-alpaca-quarantine-in-canadaSat, 28 Mar 2026 11:13:38 +0000<div class="overflow-x-auto mb-2"><hr /></div> <div class="overflow-x-auto mb-2"> <h1>The Advantages of Alpaca Quarantine in Canada</h1> </div> <div class="overflow-x-auto mb-2"> <p>When considering the purchase of alpacas, many breeders are faced with the choice between sourcing their animals from Canada or the United States, especially if they intend to export their alpacas to Europe. Here, we explore the ...https://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6762/les-avantages-de-la-quarantaine-des-alpagas-du-canadaSat, 28 Mar 2026 11:06:07 +0000<div class="overflow-x-auto mb-2"> <h1>Les Avantages de la Quarantaine des Alpagas au Canada</h1> </div> <div class="overflow-x-auto mb-2"> <p>Lorsqu'il s'agit d'acheter des alpagas, de nombreux éleveurs doivent choisir entre se procurer leurs animaux au Canada ou aux États-Unis, particulièrement s'ils envisagent d'exporter leurs alpagas vers l'Europe. Dans cet article, nous explo...https://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6640/2025-alpaca-spring-shows-blogWed, 11 Mar 2026 18:55:17 +0000<p>Hello Everyone, I hope Spring has arrived and all is well. </p> <p>We completed 2 shows this Spring starting with the Alpaca Ontario Spring show. Cathy Merkley was this year's halter judge while Karolyn Knoll was the walking fleece judge. I haven't done many walking fleece but I appreciate the one on one with the judges that allows us to ask questions. </p> <p>For the Alpaga Quebec Spring Show, we had Frauke Berman for the Halter ring ...https://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6658/2025-breeding-seasonThu, 05 Mar 2026 20:11:24 +0000<p>Hi Everyone:</p> <p style="text-align: left;">It is soon July and I will be commencing our breeding season. 50 females have been selected and the males are on standby. It's important for us to identify the top females we have and make the best herdsire selection for those females. This selection comes with our past experience but also some decisions are a  bit of trial and error because you never know. </p> <p style="text-align...https://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6715/one-of-a-kinds-offspringsWed, 04 Mar 2026 19:31:18 +0000<p> </p> <hr /> <p><span class="font-semibold" data-streamdown="strong">January 28, 2026</span> — Today I received our first batch of AOA registrations, and it’s fascinating to see how our breeding program has evolved over the past 17 years. Reflecting on the genetic investments we’ve made, the results are clearly evident in these registration certificates. They showcase the complete package we&r...https://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6727/seventeen-years-in-the-alpaca-businessMon, 16 Feb 2026 00:58:09 +0000<p><span class="font-semibold" data-streamdown="strong">Seventeen years in the alpaca business — where did the time go?</span></p> <p>I recently received the first batch of registrations for our 2025 crias, and it’s been such a joy to look through them. Each certificate feels like a little time capsule, taking me back through the years of breeding decisions, purchases, and investments that have shaped our herd. It’s...https://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6713/winter-has-arrivedSat, 03 Jan 2026 20:15:53 +0000<p>Hello Everyone,</p> <p>This year’s early snowfall took us by surprise, arriving on November 11, and it seems like it has come to stay. I’ve shared a picture of our beautiful winter wonderland!</p> <p>We’ve been quite busy with our 2025 cria crop, which includes 60 adorable little ones. We weigh them every two weeks to monitor their growth, ensuring they’re healthy and thriving. Regular weigh-ins help us assess important f...https://www.ariyaalpacas.com/blog/6703/2025-alpaga-quebec-fleece-show-blogThu, 11 Dec 2025 22:54:21 +0000<p>Hi Everyone:</p> <p>Recently,  we completed the 2025 Alpaga Quebec Fleece Show. It was a small show but a good one with some really nice entries and it was wonderful to see friends.  </p> <p>The reason why I like participating in the fleece show is that I have the occasion to have a fleece evaluation without having the alpaca physically present. </p> <p>With that said, the individual fleece evalutation gives me t...