Alpacas are intelligent with good memories and the ability to reason. Handle with gentle persuasion rather than bully tactics. If they are confused or frightened, alpacas will lie down. Relieve the stress and they will stand up.
Alpacas can be halter trained if taught with kindness and understanding, during brief and frequent sessions. Always begin in a small grass paddock and resist all temptation to put stress on the neck.
They will not willingly walk into a situation they see no way out of. Gently teach them to walk towards a closed gate or into a trailer. Always encourage them to walk forward from behind.
