Fall 2016 Contents General Interest ART BY MICHAEL SWEERE............................................................................... 7 A quarterly publication of the South Central Llama Association.
www.scla.us/scla.html
SCLA OFFICERS (Term 09/2011- 09/2014)
President: Sean Price • 281-830-2368 • figranch@flash.net Vice President: Bill Simpson •(409) 625-0309 OR (972) 978-6229 • N5YA@N5YA.com Secretary: Adryce Mathisen, •682) 551-7799 (cell); (817) 866-4368 • adryce@att.net Finance/Budget: Bob Lyons • San Antonio, TX 78259 (210) 497-3151 Email: boblyons1@satx.rr.com
REGIONAL DIRECTORS
Region One: (Area codes: 210-361-512-737-830-956) Susan Leslie (9/2014 - 9/2017 (830)401-0819 leslielanellamas@gmail.com
CODY CARROLL AMERICAN FFA DEGREE........................................................ 8 . HELLO FROM MOUNT HOPE..............................................................................10 THE CAMEL..............................................................................................................14 THE BENEFITS OF CAMEL MILK.........................................................................22 2016 STATE FAIR OF TEXAS RESULTS....................................................................33 SCLA BREEDERS LIST ENTRY FORM ................................................................55
Always Inside President’s Statement............................................................................................4 . Editor’s Note............................................................................................................. 4 New Members........................................................................................................... 6 Dates Ahead.............................................................................................................. 6 SCLA Library............................................................................................................56 SCLA Membership Form.....................................................................................59
Region Two: (Area cades: 214-405-430-469-479-501-580903-918-972) Kay Simpson 9/2016 - 9/2019 (409) 625-0309 OR Cell (972) 977-6688 Kay@n5ya.com Region Three: (Area codes:254-325-432-682-817 806-940-915-505) Diana Collins 9/2015 - 9/2018 (325) 716-3602 dcollins1017@suddenlink.net Region Four: (Area codes: 281-318-346-409-504-713832-936-979-985) Trisha McKaskle (281) 414-3584 (Term: 9/2016 - 9/2019) hitekllama@aol.com Director-At-Large: Jim Doyle (Term: 9/2014 - 9/2017 ) 940-482-3192: cell 940-391-1862 JDoyle@marikollamas.com
SCLA COMMITTEES
Activities.................................................... No chair at this time Membership..............................................................Karen Conyngham Nomination . ............................Marcie Saska-Agnew-chairperson Property.....................................................................Sean Price Fund Raising..................................................................... Open Youth................................................................ Christie Stewart Finance - Budget..............................Bob Lyons • Dan Johnson Librarian.............................................................Barbara Welch Conference................................................ No chair at this time National Lama Intervention & Rescue Coordination Council Scholarship........................ Ruby Herron, Jaci Huth, Adryce Mathisen SCLA Booth............................................... No chair at this time Web site......................................................... Sharon Bramblett By-Laws.............................................................Jim Doyle, Bev Johnson
SHOWS - Thanks For Volunteering Your Time!
Janet White.....................................................State Fair of Texas-Dallas Jim Doyle............................Southwestern Livestock and Rodeo-Fort Worth Stephanie Clark.........................................West Texas Fair & Rodeo-Abilene Di Collins..........................................................San Angelo Livestock Show- San Angelo Trisha McKaskle...........................................Houston Livestock Show
EDITOR/DESIGN/LAYOUT
Ruby Herron 17102 Mueschke Rd., Cypress, TX 77433 713-249-8523 • HummingHerald@FigmentRanch.com
The views expressed herein are those of the authors. Before undertaking any new regime with your llamas, you should always consult with your veterinarian. Only they can tell you what is best for your situation. We invite submission for unpaid articles and photographs. Email to HummingHerald@FigmentRanch.com or mail to: Ruby Herron, c/o Humming Herald,17102 Mueschke Rd., Cypress,Tx., 77433
President’s Statement
Sean Price, President
I wanted to start my letter to you by asking each of you for some help. Our South Central Llama Association, SCLA, is not getting the membership renewals like we need. In order to keep our local SCLA going, we need your support! Please reach out to all of your llama friends even if they are no longer involved with showing, or their kids are grown and out of the house. Remember, membership is only $40.00 which will go a long way to help educate the public and keeps our llama industry thriving. Unless we get this support,
our organization will not be here. One of the benefits of joining the SCLA is helping the llama industry and the llamas! Llamas don’t have a voice for themselves, but they give so much pleasure to people. Please help! Other benefits of membership in SCLA includes the right to run for office, the right to vote, a copy of the Humming Herald, (the SCLA newsletter), the right to use the SCLA obstacle trailer, being updated by email on many of the current events in the llama industry, youth eligibility for the Jim Graham Memorial Scholarship, and access to the SCLA library. I also wanted to make sure that each of you is aware that I am here for you. If you have any concerns or suggestions for SCLA, feel free to contact me. I hope you see you soon. Sean 281-830-2368 sean@figmentranch.com
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Editor’s Note Hello everyone. Finally I can cut off my fans! Sure does help on the electric bill. It is also the time that a lot of us will have babies and will need to get all the baby supplies ready The only problem is that it gets dark early but I guess there is always something. Most of all it is “Showtime” The ALSA Grand Nationals was wonderful and we got to visit with most of our llama friends. I noticed Texas brought home a lot of winnings. Congratulations to all that qualified and went to the show. We are looking forward to all our area shows and being able to qualify for the 2017 ALSA Grand National. Blessings, Ruby Editor 713-249-8523
hummingherald@ figmentranch.com
Creating Champions Leslie Lane Llamas
Susan Leslie and Ana Reese LaVernia, Tx 830-401-0819 www.leslielanellamas.com leslielanellamas@gmail.com
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New Members August 1 - November 11, 2016 Compiled by Karen Conyngham, Membership Secretary. Current member information is always available on the SCLA web site: http://www.scla.us SCLA Address: PO Box 163654, Austin, TX 78716 New Members: Kaleigh Burnett Lonesome Llama Ranch 4850 Old Colony Line Rd., Lockhart, TX 78644-4182 (512) 750-2530 burnettkaleigh@gmail.com Julie Lebowitz Fuzzy Ewe Farm 7752 Mountain Trail, Boerne, TX 78015-4863 (512) 826-5801 juleslebowitz@gmail.com Carol, Jeff & Zoe Rutledge JCZ Farm 502 CR 424, Stockdale, TX 78160-6354 (830) 391-5819 carolrutledge@rocketmail.com
Member Contact Updates: New email address: Elizabeth Kast elizabethkast@icloud.com
Dates Ahead
January 19-22, 2017
Southwestern Llama Show Ft. Worth Livestock Show and Rodeo , Ft. Worth, TX Judges: Bill Schultz - Halter and Performance Tricia Schneeberger - Performance Llama Entry Form: http://www.fwssr.com/pdfs/2017LlamaEntryform.pdf Copy of entry forms, ILR certificates and ALSA card must be sent to: Jim Doyle 8165 Jackson Rd. Krum, TX 76249-6626 By the entry deadline, NOVEMBER 15, 2016.
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Full details in the premium book (llama info begins on pg. 169): http://www.fwssr.com/livestockpremium/#170 -----------------------------------------------------------------------
February 17-19, 2017
San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo Llama Show 200 W. 43rd St., San Angelo, TX 76903 Superintendent: Susan Leslie (leslielanellamas@gmail.com) Judges: Cathie Kindler - Halter Judge Cathie Kindler & Margaret Henry - Performance Judge Entry form - Deadline is January 15, 2017 (postmark date if mailed). Include a COPY of your ALSA card and ILR certificates. http://d2w7gersd1ix5b.cloudfront.net/files. ashx?t=fg&f=Open_Llama_Show_Entry_Form(1). pdf&rid=SanAngeloRodeo Full details in the premium book http://d2w7gersd1ix5b.cloudfront.net/files. ashx?t=fg&f=2017_Premium__Book(5). pdf&rid=SanAngeloRodeo This show will hold a silent auction to benefit the SCLA General Fund. If you would like to donate items for the SCLA fund raiser, please either send them to Susan Leslie ahead of time (please ship at least 1 week prior to the show!) or bring them with you to the show but send Susan an email in advance telling her what you are bringing. Susan’s mailing address is: 4317 FM 539, LaVernia, TX 78121-4455. Email: leslielanellamas@gmail.com -----------------------------------------------------------------------
March 23 - 26, 2017
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo NRG Arena Hall A & B, Houston, TX Entry deadline February 5, 2017 Superintendent: Danette Marrs Judges: Cindy Ruckman, fleece Cynthia Ernest, llama & alpaca halter, llama & alpaca open performance, youth performance David Bardoza, alpaca halter, llama & alpaca open performance, youth performance Full details in the handbook, llama/alpaca info begins on pg. 135): http://www.rodeohouston.com/Portals/0/Content/ ExhibitorContestant/LivestockShow/Downloads/JuniorShow/2017_ExhibitorHandbook. pdf?ver=2016-10-10-132727-343
------------------------------------------------------------April 21-22, 2017 Texas Bluebonnet Classic Guadeloupe Co. Fairgrounds, Seguin, TX Superintendent: Susan Leslie Judges TBD
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After five years of hard work and dedication to the FFA, SCLA member Cody Carroll has earned one of the highest honor bestowed upon FFA members
The American FFA Degree is awarded to members who have demonstrated the highest level of commitment to FFA and made significant accomplishments in their supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs). The American FFA Degree is awarded at the National FFA Convention & Expo each year to less than 1% of FFA members making it one of the organization’s highest honors. In addition to their degree, each recipient receives a gold American FFA Degree key. The top American FFA Degree recipients from each state may also be nominated for an American Star Award. 8
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February 17-19, 2017
Show Sponsonsored by the South Central Llama Association Schedule
Judges
Halter Classes Feb. 17-1:00 pm Cathie Kindler of Ellijay, GA Feb. 18-7:30 am Performance Classes Feb. 18-7:30 am Feb. 18-8:00 am Cathie Kindler & Margaret Henry of Brookston, TX Feb. 18-8:00 am Entry Deadlline Feb 19-9:00 am January 15, 2017 Postmark Feb. 19-9:00 am FMI Visit: www.sanangelorodeo.com or Call: 325-653-7785
Barns Open: Check-In Ends: Exhibitor Meeting: Youth Classes: Open Performance: Halter Classes: Showmanship:
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Hello from Mount Hope By John Fant
Mount Hope Aid Station – Sat. Aug 20, 2016 (Elev. 12,563’) Well another Leadville 100 race is in the history books, but the Mount Hope Aid Station is looking forward to next year. It went real smoothly this year, and the weather was perfect. Only a couple of rain showers in the afternoons and one morning of frost! Even the fact that the station was breaking in a new water treatment tech from Arkansas went smoothly as well. First a few details about this foot race. The Leadville 100 is a hundred mile race, where the runners run fifty miles one way, turn around and come back. The race starts at 4 AM on Saturday morning in Leadville, Colorado, and goes 30 hours until 10 AM Sunday where it ends in Leadville. The elevation starts at roughly 10,200 feet and runs up to 12,600 feet. The turnaround is the ghost town of Winfield, Colorado, at the fifty-mile marker. This race is world known. There were runners from France, Italy, Germany, Spain, US, and so on that ran this race. This year 848 people entered into the race. Out of that, only 20 people did not make the cut off time which was 4:15 Saturday afternoon [at Hope Pass] and could not continue on. The first runner came thru at 10:26 Saturday morning; yes, 6 hours and 26 minutes to run 45 miles! When the runner completes the race, they have the bragging rights and a belt buckle to show off for completing the race. The aid station provides runners everything they need to complete the race, food, fluids, shelter, and medical care (if needed) for each runner. It also is home to a small group, who are responsible for setting up of aid station and daily operation, this year there were four of us.
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Now the amazing part of this is, the food and gear is brought up by llamas and mule train, over 2000 pounds for this race alone. Race day the crew is responsible for the food and clean drinking water. There are two shifts of volunteers that hike up the mountain to help out as well. The new water tech this year processed over 470 gallons of purified water to drink. Llamas carrying supplies and gear up to aid station I would like to mention a very special group of people that went way above and beyond just volunteering to help out with everything. 1st Golden High School Track Team – They paced runners coming in and encouraging them on. Plus they resupplied the fluids the runner needed, while the runner had a snack to eat. 2nd Micheal Bigley, RN – Not only did he give great medical care, but he helped out with whatever needed to be done. 3rd Scott Burkhardt – Radio/Communications; he did everything that was needed to be done, including carrying water up to the aid station. 4th Logan and Lance Prewitt – these brothers worked almost every area. For two young men, they showed great maturity. 5th Tessa Maurer – This young lady was impressive! She worked all day cooking and serving with a big smile. This young lady put many of the adults working that day to shame, and she is only 13 years old. The race has its rewards as well for the crew, like when you see a runner, especially from another country, knowing in advance about this aid station and its past history, the thanks they give is very heart felt and sincere. They remember everyone that works at this aid station. Plus, 12
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the llamas are a great hit with them as well. There were a lot of pictures taken with the llamas that day. Now for the serious part of this article, we could use and need help in future. The need is for more llamas and younger hands to help out. The youngest out of the four who went up Thursday to set up is 52 years old. So please if you want an adventure and to pack with your llamas contact RMLA. They will put you in touch with the right people to talk too! Right: Solar/batterypower water purifier system running To add another bonus, starting next year PLTA will be having a pack trial going on with this. So at the same time you can have an adventure and get your llama certified with PLTA. Then afterwards you have the bragging rights and proof that you can actually trek with your llamas. Oh one last thing! The new guy from Arkansas (who lives at 682 feet elevation) did fine and cannot wait for next year to come! So if a lowlander like him and his llamas could do it, you can too! He is now part of the Hopeless Crew!
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The Camel
The DesertUSA Newsletter
Dromedary (one-hump): Camelus dromedarius
Bactrian camel (two-humps, endangered): Camelus bactrianus 15
Description A tall desert-dwelling creature, the camel has become an icon of the Asian and African deserts. Generally the camel is a pleasant animal. If well treated, the domestic camel is very docile and easy to manage. If ill-treated, they can become very stubborn. Camels can easily be identified by the unique one or two humps on their back and their long necks. Range Dry desert areas of southwestern Asia, the Sahara Desert in North Africa and along the Arabian Peninsula in the Middle East and Indian desert areas. There is a large feral population of dromedary camels in the Australian outback. Physical Characteristics • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Long eyelashes Large dark eyes Protruding eye ridge bone and thick eyebrows Third eye lid to protect eyes from sand Short rounded ears, lined with thick fur Long curved neck Deep, narrow chest Four long legs Wide feet with two toes and hoof on the front One or two humps on back approx. 30" high Hump is about 30 inches tall Light brown or beige fur Tail around 20" long Height: 6' at shoulder , 7' at hump Weight: 500 to 1500 lbs Body length: approx. 10'
When running, a camel can reach a speed up to 40 mph in short bursts, 25 mph for longer periods of time. Camels do not have hooves. The foot of a camel is made up of a large leathery pad, with two toes at the front, the bones of which are embedded in the foot. The padding makes the gait of a camel silent, and keeps it from sinking in the sand. The camel also has pads of thick leathery skin, on its leg joints, enabling it to kneel or lay in the hot sand. Similar to giraffes, camels move both legs together on each side of their body to walk. Voice There are a number of different sounds that the camel can make. Grumpling, bellowing and grunting sounds are common. They also can bleat like a goat or lamb. They also make a loud roaring noise. 16
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Domestic Uses As a domestic animal, the camel is used for milk, food and transportation. Camels can carry up to 200 lbs on their back for distances in the heat. Their dung is so dry that it can be used to fuel fires. Camels have been used for transportation for centuries.
Diet and Habitat Camels are herbivores, they most commonly eat grasses and desert plants, although there are stories of camels consuming tents and just about anything else around. The inside of their mouth is lined with very thick skin that allows them to chew up thorny plants that other animals cannot consume. They can reach trees and limbs that are up to 11' high. The stiff hair on their nose allows them to forage in prickly or thorny plants. The diet of a camel requires salt, so the salty plants that grown in salt lakes and other areas are part of their normal diet. Camels are ruminant feeders and do not chew when they eat their food, but later regurgitate the cud and finish digesting it later. Behavior and Life Cycle An adult camel reaches sexual maturity around the age of 2 to 3 years. They do not normally give birth prior to the age of 5 years. Once a cow starts breeding she will give birth to a calf about once every 2 to 3 years. The breeding is seasonal and occurs when daylight hours increase. The female cycle is about 27 days in length. Once pregnant, the duration of the pregnancy is about 12 to 12.5 months. Normally a single calf is born, but on rare occasion twins have been conceived. The calves are born with their eyes open and with a thick coat of fur. Their humps don’t develop until their diet changes from milk to solid food. The young stay with their mothers for several years, but in captivity they are normally weaned at 1 year 17
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Camels travel in herds or caravans containing mostly females and calves with one dominant male. The other bulls (males) will travel in bachelor herds. They will leave the herd to rut for about 2 to 4 months, breeding or dominating as many females as they can in their area. When resting, the camels in the herd will congregate closely to keep their temperatures lower. The males (bulls) tend to become more aggressive during mating season. They will snap at each other and neck wrestle. When agitated a camel will spit regurgitated food at the agitator. The average life span of a camel is 40 to 50 years. Predators Humans are the main predator of the camel population. Most camels, close to 90%, are domesticated. Other than humans, the only predator is the tiger. Adaptations A camel’s hump consists of fatty-tissue which minimizes heat-trapping insulation in the rest of their bodies, keeping them cooler. The fur or coat on a camel can reflect the sun and insulate the animal from the heat radiated from the desert environment. Camels can withstand variations in temperature and water intake beyond what other animals can handle. Their body temperatures range from 93 F during the night and 106F during the day. This variation helps them reduce the amount of fluid they lose from sweating. A body weight loss of 20 to 25% from sweating can occur before a camel becomes dehydrated. Most other animals cannot exceed a 3-4% loss before heart failure occurs. Camels have oval shaped red blood cells which helps keep blood flowing in dehydrated states. The cells can also handle the changes that occur when the camel consumes large amounts of water. This process is called osmotic variation. The nostrils of a camel trap and recycle water vapor from exhalation and return it back to the body, reducing the amount of water lost during the respiration process. An inner nictitating membrane protects the camel’s eyes from blowing sand. This inside lid is very thin - when closed the camel can still see through it. The waste of a camel releases very little moisture. Their urine is the consistency of syrup and their fecal pellets are dry enough to use as fire fuel or cooking fuel. What is the difference between Bactrian camels and dromedaries? 18
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Bactrian camels’ native range is the steppes of north eastern Asia. They have two humps. The wild species is considered to be endangered as only about 950 remain in northwest China and Mongolia. There are probably 1.4 million domesticated Bactrian camels today. Dromedaries have only one hump and flourish in the deserts of north Africa and the Middle East. Read more about the Bactrian camel. Approximate Height 7 ft 6 ft 5 ft 4 ft 3 ft 2 ft 1 ft
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More than half of the world’s camel population is found in Somalia, a region of Ethiopia. Camels only sweat when the outside, daytime temperature is 106°F or higher. Camel calves are born without a hump. A camel can drink anywhere from 5 gallons to 21 gallons per day. Though they have a reputation for spitting, the substance they expel is really regurgitated food, much more noxious than spit, and far less moist. Most camels only spit when provoked. • Camels do not store water in their humps, the humps contain fat. • The U.S. Army experimented with the use of camels in the 1800s.
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Benefits of Camel Milk: Low Allergen Alternative to Dairy Wellness Mama Blog 122 Comments Last Updated: October 9, 2016 The benefits of camel milk for allergies - autoimmune disease- autism and diabetes Several weeks ago my husband, baby and I were at a conference, and during one of the breaks, I noticed they had camel milk as one of the refreshments on hand (along with water, coffee, kombucha, and paleo snacks). I was slightly taken aback, as I can count on one hand the number of actual camels I’ve seen in my lifetime (only at the zoo), and the thought of drinking camel milk had never crossed my mind before seeing the bottles they had at the refreshment stand that day. So of course, I had to research it to find out about any potential health benefits. And what I found out is VERY interesting! Camel milk is unique in its potential ability to help with allergies and autism, to mitigate autoimmune disease and diabetes and for heart and immune health. It has even been used around the world as a supplement to breastmilk! 24
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Sound crazy? I thought so too, but it turns out that the milk from a camel is an entirely different animal (pun intended) than milk from a cow or a goat. Here’s why: Cows, goats and other similar animals are hoofed animals. Camels have toes (only two, made of a single bone) and both their foot structure and the proteins in their milk are dramatically different than milk from hoofed animals. To make things slightly more confusing, camels ruminate but are not considered ruminants. As unique as camels are, their milk is even more so. What Makes Camel Milk Different? I started researching this and was absolutely fascinated by the research on camel milk and how it is different from other types of milk. Protein Structure For one thing, camel milk does not contain the same proteins that people are often allergic to in cow’s milk. It does not contain A1 casein and lactoglobulin and is usually well tolerated by those with dairy allergies. Gram for gram, it has about the same amount of protein and carbohydrates as regular cows milk, but impacts blood sugar differently. Fat Content This is one area where camel and cow milk differ greatly. Camels produce milk that is naturally low in fat (only 2-3%). Also unlike cow milk, the fats produced by camels in their milk are completely homogenized naturally occurring Omega-3 fatty acids. This means that camel milk can be frozen and thawed without changing consistency. It also will not curdle or clot like cows milk. Unique Properties Camels produce a very unique milk that has some rare beneficial properties. For one thing, it is high in potent immunoglobulins, powerful immune-boosting substances. The immunoglobulins in 25
camel milk are smaller than human immunoglobulins and can more easily pass into tissues in the body. Researchers still don’t completely understand why, but these tiny immunoglobulins may be the reason for camel milk’s popularity in helping lessen problems like autoimmune disease, allergies and even autism. This milk is also high in insulin, which improves its absorption and makes it suitable for diabetics. Research has also found protective proteins in camel’s milk that may be antiviral, anti fungal and antibacterial. Though it isn’t a spectacular source, it also contains much more iron and vitamin c than cow’s milk. Similar to Human Breastmilk Camel milk is nutritionally more similar to human breastmilk than to regular dairy milk. For this reason, it has been used around the world as a supplement or replacement for breast milk in cases when mom was unable to nurse or baby needed extra milk. Better for the Environment Consider the natural habitat of camels. They survive with relatively little water and plant life for long periods of time. For this reason, camels need much less grazing area and can produce milk with a lower environmental impact. Long History of Use While the idea of drinking milk from a camel may seem strange to those of us who grew up in the west, cultures around the world have consumed it for thousands of years. Camels are important to various cultures, especially in the middle east, for their ability to survive and even travel long distances with very little water. Camels can thrive even in areas where horses and cows would have trouble surviving at all. Benefits of Camel Milk These unique properties of camels make their milk beneficial to humans in several ways. In researching, I was amazed at the initial studies and anecdotal reports from people who had seen near miraculous recoveries with camel milk. 26
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Help for Diabetes Studies show that camel’s milk may be very beneficial for those with diabetes. Unlike other milks, it shouldn’t cause a rise in blood sugar, but the benefits extend beyond that. In fact, some researchers are even using this milk to reduce the amount of insulin needed: Camel milk has been shown, said the review’s senior author, Dr Uma S Dubey, of BITS Pilani’s Rajasthan campus, to be effective in reducing the level of glycosylated or glycated haemoglobin in the blood. This is haemoglobin to which glucose is attached, and is typically found at high levels in people with diabetes. Camel milk can therefore be used to reduce the dose of insulin that diabetes patients require. The same review article, published in the Emirates Journal of Food and Agriculture, entitled Therapeutic Potential of Camel Milk, by researchers from India’s Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani, notes that there are also much lower rates of diabetes in areas where camel milk is a staple. Another 2005 study out of India looked at camel dairy and its effects on Type 1 diabetes. This study found that regular consumption of camel milk reduced the amount of insulin needed and improved long-term blood sugar control. Immune Boost Camel’s milk contains many of the same immune-protecting substances as human milk. It can be an effective supplement to breastmilk for this reason. It contains high levels of immunoglobulin A and beneficial enzymes like lysozyme and lactoperoxidase, which are helpful to the body in fighting infection. Alleviate Allergies Perhaps the most notable potential benefit of this unique milk is its effect in those with allergies. Not only is it considered a good dairy alternative for allergic individuals, but there is some research indicating that it may actually help reverse allergies. Surprised? I was too: As I mentioned, this milk lacks A1 casein and lactoglobulin present in cow’s milk that often cause allergic reactions. There have also been studies showing that camel milk may even reduce allergies due to its immune benefits. 27
In fact, one 2005 study in the Journal of the Israel Medical Association investigated the effects of camel milk on children with severe allergies who didn’t respond to other treatments. Researchers had these children consume camel milk under the care of their medical team. They observed the results, which were even more astounding than expected. Amazingly, all of the children recovered from their allergies according to the reports in the study. Additional study is needed, but the researchers in that study claimed that camel milk was more effective than medical treatments in those particular cases with no observed side effects. This shows a tremendous potential as a hope for those struggling with life threatening allergies. Heart and Blood Health The monounsaturated fats (especially oleic acid) present in camel milk give it some of the same benefits as olive oil. It also contains A2 beta casein, which is different than the A1 casein found in most dairy milk. (A2 casein is present in goat milk as well, which is why some people who cannot handle cow dairy can handle goat based products.) The A2 beta casein in camel milk may be partially responsible for the heart and immune protective effects. From Live Science: A1 beta casein is broken down into an opioid-like peptide called beta-casomorphin-7 (BCM-7). BCM7 has been shown to suppress the immune system, cause inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract and contribute to arterial plague formation, according to Lori Chong, a registered dietitian at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. . “It has been implicated in the development of Type 1 diabetes — probably related to its immune suppression and role in GI tract inflammation.” Other research indicates that the unique fatty acid profile in milk from camels is more beneficial to the heart and to maintaining healthy cholesterol levels. Autism Connection There is a great deal of anecdotal evidence and stories from people who have used camel dairy in cases of autism. This article delves into the potential ways that camel dairy products may help against autism. In short, some researchers believe that autism is similar to autoimmune disease in that the body attacks its own healthy cells. Whatever the cause, there are many anecdotal accounts of recovery and entire online groups dedicated to its use. “Dr. Jodie Dashore, a mom and doctor, heard about the milk from Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt, a highly re28
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garded neurobiologist who treated her son Brian’s autism. In 2011, when Brian started consuming camel milk, his motor tics initially became three or four times worse—a “healing crisis,” Dashore says, as the milk killed off harmful bacteria. But after two weeks, they started to drop off. The milk also seemed to clear up a host of Brian’s other maladies, from hives to mobility difficulties, caused by an autoimmune disorder (most autism patients have other simultaneous ailments according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). It also eased Brian’s digestive pains and helped him gain weight, common issues in autistic children. Other reports are equally amazing. A 2005 study in the International Journal of Human Development watched autistic patients who started consuming camel dairy instead of cow dairy and found: A 4-year old girl noticed a complete disappearance of autism symptoms in 40 days A 15-year old boy noticed recovery after only a month Multiple other patients were noticeably better after only two weeks Of course, much more research is needed to understand the way that camel dairy products may help with autism, but the initial evidence is definitely encouraging. Autoimmune Disease Help As mentioned, there are researchers that believe that autism is similar to autoimmune disease. This connection may also be why some people have seen improvement from autoimmunity with camel milk. It is generally understood that autoimmune disease is a scenario in which the immune system mistakenly attacks part of the body, thinking that healthy cells are foreign or harmful antigens. Conventional treatments for autoimmune disease often include immune-suppressing drugs that have substantial side effects. Camel dairy, on the other hand, contains those potent but tiny immunoglobulins that may penetrate cells and help improve the immune system while targeting only harmful antigens. In fact, Dr. Reuven Yagil, an Israeli physiology professor who is considered an expert on Camel milk and its benefits, explains that in his years of research he has seen patients control or even reverse autoimmune disease with camel milk. On a personal note, this was how I found research on the benefits of camel milk and I am personally testing it for my own Hashimotos (I’ll update with results). Risks and Dangers of Camel Milk? Often, something that seems too good to be true really is. In this case, I’m yet to find the downside. 29
As I said, more research is needed, but I couldn’t find any downsides of drinking this unusual milk. In fact, I didn’t find any cases of allergic reactions or harmful side effects. In my limited personal testing I haven’t noticed any negative effects, even though I often react to regular dairy. The one downside, unfortunately, is the price. As you may imagine, camel dairies are not very popular in this part of the world, and limited access means higher cost. Where to Get Camel Milk You won’t find camel milk on the dairy aisle of a regular grocery store. Some health food stores are starting to carry it, but it can be difficult to find a good source. Since this milk is not from a hoofed animal, it isn’t regulated by the same laws, and it is available online and can be shipped in many places. The best (and least expensive) source I’ve found for camel milk is the Desert Farms brand that is available for shipping anywhere in the continental US and Canada. In fact, after researching camel milk and where to purchase it, I negotiated a 15% discount from them (code: MAMACAMEL) and am personally testing this for my own autoimmune disease. A friend is also testing for her child with severe allergies. What does it taste like? I found the taste closest to cows milk of any alternative milk I’ve tried. It is a little sweeter but not overly earthy or grassy like stronger flavored goat milk. My kids all liked it, even the ones who don’t prefer coconut or almond milk. Camel Milk: Bottom Line This “new” milk to us in the western world has been used for thousands of years in other parts of the world. Camels are unique animals and even more unique milk that may have benefits for diabetics, autistic patients, those with autoimmune disease and in immune health. I was also unable to find any negative side effects of camel milk (other than the price) and am willing to become my own guinea pig to test its benefits (or lack thereof).
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SCLA Breeders List Entry Form If you are a current member of SCLA and wish to be included in the Breeders List, please fill out this form and enclose a check for $15.00, payable to SCLA. Mail to: SCLA, PO Box 163654, Austin, TX 78716. Name:_____________________________________ Ranch Name:_______________________________ Address:___________________________________ City, State, Zip:______________________________ Phone:_____________________________________ Fax:_______________________________________ Email:_____________________________________ URL:______________________________________ Description of your ranch (stud service, bloodlines, training, etc.). Limit: 45 words. Please print! ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ List number of each (optional): F Llamas_____ M Llamas_____ Geldings_____ F Alpacas_____ M Alpacas_____ Geldings_____ Deadline to be included: January 31, 2017 57
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Books A Guide to Raising Llamas – Gale Birutta (10132) A Well Trained Llama – By Paul & Betty Barkman (10167) Along Came a Llama -- Welsh farmer adds a llama to her farm (10041) ALSA Llama Judging Clinic (10098) Aunt Millie’s Guide to Llama Fiber - By Mike Brown (10166) Body Scoring Llamas & Alpacas, by Bob Beede, DVM (10128) Before and After Llamas -- humor (10086) Building Small Barns, Sheds and Shelters -- Monte Burche (10116) Camel's Zoo Book 2 -- children (10023) Caring for Llamas, A Health and Management Guide (10043) Caring for Llamas and Alpacas - 2nd. ed. (10043) Evaluating a Llama Pack for Comfort and Function (10122) Fifty Things to Do With a Llama by B. James (10147) Felt making Techniques & Projects by I. Evers (10149) Handbook for Llamas -- first aid (10017) Hands On Spinning -- Lee Raven (10107) Harley – by Star Livingston Illustrated by Molly Bang (10173) Heat Stress; Prevention & Management, by Myra Freeman -- (10130) I Care About My Animals – animal rights guide (10124) If I was a Llama -- children (10112) Llamas & Alpacas as a Metaphor for Life - by Marty McGee – (10148) Llama&AlpacaNeonatalCare,byB.Smith,DVM;K.Timm,DVM;P.Long,DVM.--(10131) Llama Babies -- Up, Dry & Nursing -- Anderson (10133) Llama Driving – By Ron Shinnick (10169) Llama Nutrition Clinic Notes -- LaRue Johnson, DVM (10138) Llama Packing for Youth, by the ILA Youth Committee -- (10129) Llama Training on Your Own – Helen Bodington (10168) Living with Llamas -- Rosana Hart (10020) Llamas Can Beat the Heat -- Texas cooling techniques (10035) Llama Medicine and Surgery -- Texas A&M (10022) Llama Medicine, Veterinary Clinics of North America -- (10082) Llama Training, Who's in Charge -- (10027) Llamas: Their Personality and Expressions -- (10114) Llama Tricks -- Step by Step Method -- by Linda Hayes -- 10142 Leaders Manual for 4-H Llama Activities (10156) Love a Llama -- children (10097) Making the Most of Your Llama – By Linda Beattie (10165) 58
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Medicine & Surgery of South American Camelids -Fowler (10135) Medicine & Surgery of South American Camelids – 2nd ed., (10153) Packing with Llamas -- (10048) Raising Llamas in Alberta, Why Are They So Popular? -- (10123) Roberts Rules of Order (10152) Ruminations from the Back Forty - by John Mallon (10178) SCLA 1992 Conference -- ring binder (10104) SCLA 1993 Conference -- ring binder (10079) SCLA 1994 Conference -- ring binder (10100) SCLA 1995 Conference – ring binder (10080) SCLA 1996 Conference – ring binder (10130) SCLA 1998 Conference – ring binder (10150) SCLA 2000 Conference – ring binder, (10163) Scraping Heaven - by Cindy Ross, donated by Teresa King (10179) Secrets of the Andes (10040) So You Share Your Life with a Llama - by Susan Peterson (10177) Speechless Brothers (10106) Spinning Llama & Alpaca -- by Chris Switzer (10134) Spinning Llama & Alpaca 2nd Edition – By Chris Switzer (10171) The Camelid Companion (Handling and Training your Alpacas and Llamas) – by Marty McGee Bennett (10172) The Field Guide ... In Search of the Ideal Llama – conformation info (10113) The TTEAM Approach -- McGee (10117) The (Mis)adventures of the Llamas at Hunter Hill – Hubbard, Ryberg (10174) Today and Tomorrow Llama Investment Analysis --1990 (10047) Turning Wool into a Cottage Industry -- (10042) The Waldo Chronicles -- a training log -- (10129) Veterinary Llama Field Manual - By Norman Evans (10145) Youth Llama Project -- 4H guidebooks (10045) 4H Instructions -- SCLA (10118) Packing with Llamas 4th edition - Stanlynn Daugherty (10161) Notes from Dr. Norman Evans' llama conference on 4/1/2000 (10164) 3rd Annual Camelid Health Program - Ohio State University (10170)
Newsletters and Magazines SCLA Humming Herald Red Hot Llamas -- Smithsonian 8/94 (10101) Newsletters from other llama associations
Video Tapes All About Llamas I -- Llama Basics (10007) All About Llamas II, Breeding, Birthing and Newborns -- (10008) Animals on the Farm -- Video aimed at children/4-H clubs - (10134) Basic T.T. E.A.M. with Llamas - by Marty McGee (10005) Camelid Handling Secrets Volume 1 Medical Management - (10025) Click & Reward -- Training Video -- (10141) Click and Reward – Vol. II –(10159) The Competitive Edge in the Showring -- ALSA guidelines (10073) Felt Making by Hand -- Basic Process -- Vickrey (10143) Fences, Barns and Feeders (10085) Five Star Llama Packing (10001) Grooming and Basic Training -- SCLA (10063) How to Use the Kwick and Slick Grooming Tool – (10160) ILA Marketing Video (10111) In Search of the Ideal Llama -- conformation (10095) Inside 4-H Llamas – By ILA (10155) Llama Reproduction -- Part I & II (10009/10) Llama Training with Bobra Goldsmith -- (10003) Mallon Method, The - Difficult to Halter (10180) Mallon Method, The -- The First 24 Hours (10125) Mallon Method, The -- Halter Training Basics (10140) Rolfing a Llama -- (10103) SCLA 1995 Ft Worth Sale -- (10108/09) SCLA 1994 Conference Awards -- (10102) SCLA 1998 Conference Videos (two) – (10151) SCLA Seminar -- (Jensen) heat stress, nail trimming (10011) Spinning Wool, Basics and Beyond -- by P Zawistoski (10139) Step by Step Shearing -- for alpacas and llamas (10126) Texas A & M Seminar -- (Fowler) infectious disease & heat stress (10013) Teaching Your Llama to Pack – Marty McGee with Stanley Daugherty –video – TWO COPIES: --(10158) Texas Country Reporter – featuring John & Linda Keltgen (10157) Training Llamas to Drive -- (10044) Treasures of the Andes -- PBS (10090) "Treating" your Llama Kindly -- handling techniques with Dr. LaRue Johnson and Marty Mcgee (10128) TTEAM Approach to Herd Management -- McGee (10070) Vermonters Just Like to Felt Hats – video (10154) What Do You Do with a Llama? -- photography, Ley (10119) Why llamas? -- (10014)
Wonderful World of Llama Wool, The -- McGee (10121) Working In the Round Pen (3 tapes) John Mallon - 10124 Working with Difficult Llamas....by Ken Ploeser, (10162)
DVDs Llama Talk -- Cathy Spalding, Gentle Spirit Llama Training with Bobra Goldsmith Running of the Llamas: a documentary by Heidi Freier c. 2008 (10200) Spinning Luxury Fibers (3 DVD set) Judith MacKenzie Spinning Wool, Basics and Beyond -- by P Zawistoski Mallon Method, The -- Difficult to Halter Mallon Method, The -- The First 24 Hours Mallon Method, The -- Halter Training Basics Vermonters Just Like to Felt Hats -- The Herd of Northern Vermonters Wonderful World of Llama Wool, The -- McGee Working In the Round Pen (3 DVD set) John Mallon
SCLA members can check out items by emailing or calling Barbara Welch, Books may be kept for one month and video tapes for two weeks. Items are mailed at SCLA's expense. You pay the return postage. Please return to: Barbara Welch 12830 Rebecca Creek Rd. Spring Branch TX 78070 Email Barbara at dbldare@gvtc.com or phone: 830-885-2388. Updated November 2016
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