Alpaca record keeping software

Each alpaca is regarded as it's own 'record' and is stored in a table. Each piece of data age, DOB, colour, etc is a 'field'. A database will allow you to search for certain information via a 'Query'. A Query, for example, can create a report of all alpacas born to a certain male of female, or any alpaca born over a certain age, etc. There are many queries that can be performed and many different reports that can be generated.

Queries are very handy if you want to analyse your herd in different ways. We started our records in a written journal, then progressed to a computer spreadsheet, and have now moved onto an Access database. If you plan on establishing a large herd and are wanting to analyse your herd, a database is the best option. Most commercial herd management software packages are based on a database. The Internet has many sites with free tutorial on how to use Access if you are interested in starting a database.

Plus, reports that summarize birth, weaning and 1-year weights of crias produce by your dams. Breeding Planner - lets you create a breeding plan and study "what if" scenarios. Feature-packed Contact database including an integrated web browser that allow you to instantly look at a Google map of the contact and the local weather at the contact's address.

Extensive Calendar Module - schedule events, create to-do lists, manage projects and maintain a farm journal. See more features going to the Feature Comparison page. Herd Management Made Easy. While there are several other good herd management software programs available, Herd WORKS offers features that set it apart from the rest: AHW was the first herd management software to allow you to download of all your alpacas and ARI data from the Alpaca Registry website - no need to type each alpaca into the database!

Contact us for more information. The main problem we found was that the systems were basically set up to archive data but do not facilitate retrieving pertinent information in a comprehensive format to facilitate medical decision making. These forms provide a quick retrieval of information without the need of reading through line items of a report. Plus they eliminates the need for dual entries jotting info onto a piece of paper in the barn and then transferring those notes into your computer when you get into the office.