{"id":7717,"date":"2020-12-13T21:18:28","date_gmt":"2020-12-14T04:18:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ramshornllamas.com\/?p=7717"},"modified":"2020-12-14T08:41:29","modified_gmt":"2020-12-14T15:41:29","slug":"why-do-llamas-spit-and-how-to-stop-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ramshornllamas.com\/why-do-llamas-spit-and-how-to-stop-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Do Llamas Spit And How To Stop It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
If you ask the average person what they know about llamas, they are likely to tell you two things. First, llamas are amazing pack animals and they spit. The idea that llamas spit is deeply ingrained in the public’s mind. In fact, many would-be llama owners have decided not to add these wonderful animals to their lives because of spitting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So what is the truth about llama spitting? How can you handle it if your own llama decides to give you a spit bath? Keep reading to learn some key things to know about what makes llamas spit. In addition, I hope to show you how to stop a llama from spitting on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A number of things can cause a llama to spit. However, in most cases, this type of behavior is deeply ingrained in herd dynamics. Like all herd animals, a group of llamas will quickly establish a pecking order. If you watch closely, you can see this play out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In a herd there are a few reasons that llamas may spit at each other. This is a normal behavior for them and is not something that you should be worried about. Do not try to break up a spitting bout between llamas. If you do, the most likely thing to happen is that you will get spit on as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While this does not involve llamas spitting at each other, a llama will also spit when threatened by a predator. Many times the foul smell is enough to drive off any threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many times llamas see humans as part of their herd and the same herd dynamics can play out between llamas and their owners. In these situations, a llama may spit to express its displeasure or annoyance, and it is up to the human to figure out what is wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If raised correctly, llamas are unlikely to spit at humans unless they feel directly threatened. You should always take a few minutes and examine the situation if your llama is spitting at you. Once you understand what is causing the problem, you can generally take steps to stop it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You would think the answer to that is simple, after all spit is spit right? Not so when it comes to llama spit. That is because llamas will moderate how they spit and what is in the spit depending on the level of threat or irritation the feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
When a llama decides they are going to spit at you they are always very accurate. In addition, they can spit over a distance of about 10 to 15 feet. So if you feel that a llama is going to spit at you or if you are trying to break up a spitting match, stay on your guard because they can and will hit you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you want to stop a llama from spitting, it helps to understand the things that can cause this type of behavior. Spitting does not happen out of the blue, and if you look hard enough you should be able to figure out what is causing this problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To start, there are nearly always signs to watch out for if you think a llama is going to spit on you. First a llama will pull its ears back flat against its head. Then it will then stare directly at you. Finally, if a llama raises its chin and begins to gurgle, it is time to get out of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why do llamas spit? It is true that llamas spit. However, it is part of their herd behavior and a normal aspect of their interaction with other members of their species. Even so, a happy and well-adjusted llama should not spit at its human owners. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your llama is spitting, it is possible to figure out what is causing the behavior and put a stop to it. Now that you know a bit more about why llamas spit and under what circumstances, you should be able to control this problem and still enjoy your four-legged trail companion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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