Alpaca Fence

The primary function of fencing for alpacas is preditor control. Because of their gentle nature, alpacas are not known for escaping or testing their boundaries. For an alpaca owner or fiber producer, a safe, effective fence is priceless. There are many types of fencing you could use - but the following is what we recommend as the most effective means of protecting your valuable livestock. We recommend you start with the following - but be advised some situations and geographic locations may require the addition of electrified wire near the ground (on exterior side) for more control.

Woven Wire Fence
Solidlock 3" spacing is recommended due to the following:

The smaller spacing helps prevent animal's head or limbs from becoming trapped/tangled in the wire.
It is made of high-tensile wire which provides greater strength and can be used with wider post spacing.
Class 3 galvanized wire resists rust to ensure longer fence life.
The smooth wire and knots shield alpacas from injury (as opposed to barbed wire).
The tight spacing prevents intrusion of smaller animals such as skunks or fox.

2" x 4" spacing can also be used:

Class 3 galvanized wire resists rust to ensure longer fence life.
The smooth wire and knots shield alpacas from injury (as opposed to barbed wire).

Diamond Weave (V-mesh)
Kencove now carries Class 3 Galvanized V-mesh fencing. Much of the V-mesh on the market today is not Class 3 galvanized - and is much more susceptible to ruse.

Diamond weave forms a strong, but flexible mesh to prevent limbs from entanglement.
Diamond weave makes the fence more difficult for predators to climb.
Class 3 galvanized wire resists rust to ensure longer fence life.

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