Moment Rescued Llama Finally Realizes She’s Safe at Sanctuary Is Making People Cry
Every day, animal rescuers around the globe save animals from abuse and neglect and help provide them with second chances. Located in Sultan, Washington, Pasado's Safe Haven regularly investigates animal cruelty crimes and provides sanctuary and rehabilitation to animals who have suffered from abuse and neglect. They save dogs, cats, birds, and farm animals from horrendous situations. They shared a video on Tuesday, May 28th of their newest rescue and now family member, a llama named Shakira.
Shakira was the survivor of neglect and was rescued from where she lived in Yakima, Washington. She recently arrived at Pasado's, and now lives in a beautiful pasture with some sheep for neighbors. Watch her face and the look of awe on her face as she realizes that she is safe in a beautiful new home - it'll bring tears to your eyes!
I have watched Pasado's video a few times, and the look on Shakira's face is the absolute best! I love what they have to say in the caption, "All of us are so happy that she has this space to blossom into the sensational llama she is." I can't wait to see future videos of her running around and playing!
Commenter @Anastasia said it best, "It's her looking around in disbelief that did it for me!" and Pasado's had the sweetest reply, "Right?!! She's been so brave her whole life. It's beautiful watching her finally feel safe." @Fredcat123 pointed out, "And she has friends!" and Pasado's replied, "Of course! She's got a whole flock of sheep, some goats, and lots of people friends to keep her company!"
Llamas as Livestock Guardian Animals
Pasado's shared a follow up video showing Shakira meeting her new neighbors, the sheep. They explained that llamas are herd protectors and that she will take the flock under her wing. I had no idea that llamas are livestock guardian animals, but it turns out they're really good at it.
Llamas are known to protect sheep and goat herds from predators like foxes, coyotes, and even stray dogs. Llamas are big animals, standing at 5 and a half feet to six feet tall. They can weigh between 280–450 pounds and use their height and weight to chase suspected threats, rearing onto their hind legs to scare off the intruder, and stomping as a warning or as an attack if the intruder doesn't leave.
When llamas are placed in the same field as sheep or goats, they stand guard and will protect the flock as if it were its offspring. Gelded males work out the best as a protector of the herd, however females like Shakira will get the job done, too.
Llamas are known to be friendly, with a cheery disposition and are also used as therapy animals and even kept as pets. Who knew that llamas were so diverse!
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