People might wonder on the name. I'm here to tell you it is fitting so far. Firecracker was born at 12:20 p.m. on 07/09/08. He weighed in at 11.8 pounds. Now in the world of alpacas that is on the small side. But not out of the question. Dr. Hunter (Alpacas at Tucker Creek's vet) drew blood for an IgG (Immunoglobulins= antibodies) reading and discovered the results were low. I don't have the exact reading, but above 800 is what we as breeders want. My boy born 06/14/08 was 2850 to put it into perspective. Soooo, Peggy Stevens (Alpacas at Tucker Creek), told me Dr. Hunter would do a plasma transfer.
The latest update...Firecracker gained 1 pound since yesterday and is running with his cria brothers and sisters. For me that is good to hear.
Firecracker has hit a few small bumps in the road, but he is a fighter which I translate into a potential herdsire!! Why you ask? Becasue I know!!
Firecracker has hit a few small bumps in the road, but he is a fighter which I translate into a potential herdsire!! Why you ask? Becasue I know!!
Until next time.
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