He writes, "As we learned about llamas, we spent time on the web searching out resources. And time and time again we kept going back to the Llama Crossing site as a 'universal' access point to all sorts of information that always seemed to come in handy, especially links to the tough questions. So when the LC folks asked me if I would like to help them gather even more resources for the novice AND experienced llama owners, I couldn't turn it down. It's pretty exciting being part of one of the best places for new llama owners to start learning."

Gary and Chloe have been married for 7 years, and have been together for 10 [or more if you if ask Chloe]. They live in Olympia, WA, and right now have 19 llamas on the property. There are 6 'rescues' in transition. This includes two newborn cria from a rescue last summer. All but one of these have homes waiting for them. Of their 'herd family' they have 7 that Gary and Chloe have taken in as their own from either re-homing, or major 'rehab' situations.

Morgan will be graduating from high school this year and is heading off to Western Washington University on a partial bassoon scholarship in the fall.

Besides spending time with the llamas, Gary and Chloe also spend some time participating in Historical fur trade era, mountain-man style re-enactments.

I asked Gary what happens to the llamas in transition? "The homes that have expressed interest in adopting them have been visited and screened and are setting up their places for them. Most of the llamas in transition are in need of some 'confidence' and comfort improvement around humans. They are worked with on haltering, lead training, foot lifting, all the basic handling things that make them more pleasurable to be with." Once in their new homes, they will be good old-fashioned companion animals for the families.

Having been involved with llamas only about 4 years now, Gary has proven himself to be passionate about llama rescue and always lending a helping hand to anyone who needs it, driving hundreds of miles to lend a hand when llamas need to be rescued or herd work needs to be done.

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