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Important Announcements from the ILR |
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Members regularly comment on phone calls telling us how helpful the ILR web site is. NEW to the web site is the option to pay on your ILR account with a credit card online. Check out the site at www.lamaregistry.com! And, check out the article, The ILR Web site and You, in this issue, 'stopping' you by each section of the web site. |
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The LAMARIBBEAN Cruise |
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A NEW I Want A Llama publication will be coming out soon. You have an opportunity to reach old and new llama owners by being included in the advertising section for a mere $50. Call the office for specifics. |
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Events Calendar |
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September 13, 2006 Dear Llama Owners, |
From the Registrar - Jan L. Wassink for the ILR Board of Directors |
Welcome to Fall! With kids back in school and summer vacations behind us once again, the registry office will see an upturn in activity as llama owners catch up on paperwork that has been set aside for the more enticing activities of summer.
re: Lamaribbean Cruise Still Has Room for YOU and rates have been REDUCED!!
We want to remind you once again of the Llamaribean Cruise that will be launching on January 29. Join us for a few days of relaxing with other llama folks, some focused discussion on the future of the llama industry and two rewarding days of exploring Cozumel and Costa Maya. As of this writing, the cruise line has actually reduced their rates by $20 to $30 per person so it's a great time to sign up! Thanks to our 'on top of it' cruise specialist, Diane McGillis, those who have already signed up will receive new invoices showing the reduced rate. If you have already paid in full, the difference will be refunded to your credit card. Also, contact the office and register for the conference activities. Numbers have an impact on our planning so the sooner we have an accurate number of attendees, the better job of planning we can do.
As part of the Llamaribean conference, we will be sending out a survey about your llama related activities and perspectives. The survey will be used to profile the current state of the llama industry as well as quantify your ideas of the direction the ILR and the industry should go in the future. Our exact sampling method has not yet been determined but we will let you know when it is available. If you receive a survey, please fill it out and return it because every bit of input will be considered.
Come cruise with us – www.lamaribbean.com – have a great time plus input into the direction of the llama industry!
re: National Animal Identification System (NAIS)
There seems to be more and more hype and misinformation being dispersed about the National Animal Identification System being circulated over the internet about this program. Only animals that “intermingle” with animals from other farms and ranches will need to be identified. If you take your animals to the fair, shows, the veterinarian, and sales, they will need to be identified. If your animals never leave your farm and/or do not “intermingle” with other animals when they leave your farm, you will not need to identify them individually. The program will not be available for another year or two and will start out being a voluntary program. The general consensus is that it will eventually become mandatory but that may be years down the road. Admittedly, it will cost more than no system and will cause some additional work, particularly at first. However, if we ever have a serious disease outbreak in this country, we may be very glad we have a trace back system in place. If that happens, being able to prove that your animals were never in contact with any of the diseased animals may save them from being needlessly destroyed.
re: Payments online now being accepted on the ILR web site www.lamaregistry.com
Finally, if you have conducted business on the ILR website recently, we want you to know that it is now possible for you to make payments online using a credit card. You can make a payment on your account or pay for current transactions. Check it out!
Sincerely,
Jan L. Wassink
and the ILR Board of Directors
Kathi McKinney , Karen Baum , Mark Smith, Sally Taylor, Sally Rucker
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2007 Lamaribbean Cruise / Conference Information . . . in celebration of llamas January 29 - February 3, 2007 |
An ILR Conference Reunion of Old and New Llama Friends
We have 135 people booked for the cruise to date
- IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN THE CRUISE
YOU NEED TO BOOK NOW
- GREAT NEWS - prices have been reduced by $20 to $30 per person.
Those who have already booked will get the reduced fare too!
Book NOW before space is gone and rates increase - a refundable deposit holds your space!
See itinerary below.
Be a part of it - BOOK today!!
Information including registration forms, cruise and shore tour specifics
(you can sign up for tours online - some fill up so it's a good idea to do it now)
available at:
www.lamaribbean.com
REMINDER - if you have already booked your cruise and plan to arrive the night prior to departure, which is a good idea, you need to call Diane at Cruises Inc. - 1-888-583-2020 to get your name on the hotel list, as well as set up a hotel-to-ship transfer for the following morning.
NOTE: If you have friends or family who would like to go on the cruise but not be involved in the llama conference activities, they are welcome to join us. They need to register for the cruise but NOT the conference.
ITINERARY| DAY | PORT | ARRIVE | DEPART | STATUS |
| Monday | Galveston, Texas | 5:00 PM | Docked | |
| Tuesday | At Sea |
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| Wednesday | Cozumel, Mexico | 7:00 AM | 7:00 PM | Docked |
| Thursday | Costa Maya, Mexico | 7:00 AM | 3:00 PM | Docked |
| Friday | At Sea | |||
| Saturday | Galveston, Texas | 7:00 AM | Docked |
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We would like to take you on a tour of the ILR web site to familiarize you with the wealth of information available to you. STOP and check out the sections by clicking on the link following the heading. The ILR web site is an invaluable resource to assist you in managing your herd and account to allow you to be more informed and efficient.
#1 Online Registrations http://www.lamaregistry.com/reg_choice.htm
There are two ways to access the ILR Request for Registration / Listing form.
1. Online Information Entry - This format provides you with a form to complete owner and animal information while on-line.
2. PDF Format - The Adobe Acrobat PDF Format Form is identical to the paper ILR Request for Registration / Listing Form that you would receive via USPS from the ILR office, and cannot be altered or filled in by computer. It is for you to print on your printer and complete by hand.
#2 Data Base http://www.lamaregistry.com/rsearch.php
Members' Page
Common Quick Click Links (these are accessible after you have entered your owner code and password)
Add money to your account
Change member information
Herd information
Update Photos of your animal
Recent billing history
Links to Requests on this Page
1. Is name available?
2. Registration of a particular animal?
3. Display information about a particular animal.
4. Find a particular member.
5. Add items to Events Calendar.
6. View Events Calendar
#3 Information http://www.lamaregistry.com/ilr.htm
ILR Information
Registration and Listing Fees
Registration Form Directions
Naming Rules
Photograph Requirements
ILR Office Address and Telephone Numbers
#4 Customer Services http://www.lamaregistry.com/cust.htm
The pages and forms listed below are included to aid you in managing your llamas. Most of the forms that you will need for day to day business with the ILR are provided here in a format that you can fill out, print, sign and send to the registry. A few require fees (such as Breeder Identifier) and those are clearly marked.
Some of the forms are provided in Adobe Acrobat PDF Format. These are denoted with a PDF following the form name. These forms require that you download the form to your computer and that you have Adobe Acrobat Reader 3.0 or newer. If you do not currently have Adobe Acrobat Reader you can download it directly from Adobe by using the link provided. Selecting a PDF file below will initiate the download process. Save the file to your computer and view or print the form using the Reader which Adobe, Inc. provides free of charge for use in the public domain.
ILR Bylaws
Agent Authorization Form
Blood Samples - Instructions for Collecting and Mailing Blood Samples
Blood Samples - DNA Sample Identification Record
Breeder Identifier Reservation Instructions
Breeder Identifier Reservation Form
CLAA Recognition
Contacts - How you can reach the Registrar and Board of Directors
DNA Comparison Worksheet
Government Relations
I Want A Llama! - Booklet for new or prospective Owners
ILR-eport Ad Form - advertisement of goods and service
ILReport - copies of past issues - Acrobat PDF Format – New
ILR Materials, Pamphlet and Information Request Form
ILR Membership Application Form – New
ILR Registration Instruction Overview
ILR Website Listing Reservation Form
Interstate Travel Health Regulations
Lost Document - Verification and Request for New Document Form
Membership Lists, Agreement for the use of
Ownership - Confirmation of Ownership History Form
Plants Toxic to Llamas - Mitsuko Williams, Veterinary Medicine Librarian University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - Link to U of I web site
Screening Form - Acrobat PDF Format
USAHA 2003 Report - Karen Conyngham
West Nile Virus Information - link to CNN report
Stop #5 Board Minutes http://www.lamaregistry.com/minutes.htm
The approved minutes of the ILR Board of Directors meetings are provided for your information.
Stop #6 Event Calendar http://www.lamaregistry.com/events.php
Check out what’s going on in the llama industry – even add your own events ONLINE!
#7 What’s New http://www.lamaregistry.com/notices.htm
Check out What’s New at the Registry and in the industry.
#8 Farms and Services http://www.lamaregistry.com/farms_new2.php
Find farms, ranches, and services by category, State or Province. A great way to key in on your special interests.
You can be included on the web site services with a listing of $50 for 12 months for the first listing and $10 each for 12 months. Association listings are posted FREE of charge.
#9 Demographics http://www.lamaregistry.com/statisti.php
How many ILR registered animals and/or owners are in a particular state, province or country.
Camelid Working Group (CWG) and YOU
Sept. 5, 2006
Contact: Sheila Fugina
715-246-5837
Camelid ID Working Group Gives Updated Status Report to USDA, Asks for Universal Microchip Scanner
The Camelid ID Working Group (CWG) has sent an updated status report to the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) Subcommittee of the Secretary’s Advisory Committee on Foreign Animal and Poultry Diseases. A previous report was sent to the NAIS subcommittee in September of 2004.
The CWG reported the following accomplishments:
*Established a web site devoted to providing information to and communication with the camelid industry (the CWG is the only species working group to have a stand-alone web site).
*Conducted an online survey regarding industry preferences for specific methods and locations of permanent camelid identification and for management and financing of an animal tracking database.
*Issued frequent press releases to keep the camelid industry updated on NAIS developments.
*Voted to approve the first ID recommendation in July 2006 and submitted it to industry members for comment. The first recommendation submitted to the USDA is:
“For participation in the NAIS, we recommend the implanted microchip as the preferred method for
identification of camelids.
*Formed several new subcommittees to address:
--details of the method of ID (microchips)
--movement tracking within the industry and how that can most efficiently be handled
--review diseases of concern (e.g. USDA program diseases) that occur in camelids
The status report also included updated llama and alpaca population statistics, including growth of the industry since 1985 and the current level of microchipping by camelid owners. A list of concerns that have been voiced to the CWG by camelid owners was also included, such as:
How will confidentiality of owners’ information be assured?
Will the NAIS place undue financial burden on owners?
Will the NAIS have a negative impact on show attendance?
Will the NAIS negatively impact the rate of growth of the camelid industry?
The full text of the status report is available on the CWG web site under ‘Status Reports’:
http://www.camelidid.org/status_reports/index.html
The CWG also submitted a comment to USDA/APHIS docket 2006-0012 (Animal Welfare—Animal Identification Standards). This docket sought input on the need for a true universal microchip scanner for use in the U.S. Currently not all scanners can read all manufacturers’ microchips. Although USDA has very limited regulatory authority in this area, they were asked by a Congressional conference committee to develop regulations that would allow the widespread distribution of a scanner that can read (not just detect) microchips of all frequencies, encrypted and open. The response submitted by the CWG reviews the prevalence of microchip use in U.S. camelids and briefly summarizes the findings of the March online survey. The comment states in part:
“Camelids are included in the National Animal Identification System (NAIS), and the Camelid ID Working Group has recommended implanted microchips as the preferred method of permanent ID for camelids. Before any move to mandate the use of ISO microchips, a true universal scanner base must be pre-installed in the U.S. at markets, exhibition sites, veterinary clinics, and such scanners must be readily available for purchase by owners.”
The full text of the docket comment is available on the CWG web site under ‘Federal Register Docket Comments’:
http://www.camelidid.org/docket_comments/index.html
The CWG will continue to develop recommendations for a camelid ID plan, and all recommendations approved by the CWG will be announced and circulated within the camelid community for comment prior to being finalized for submission to USDA.
Please submit your comments and questions to any of the following CWG members:
Teri Nilson Baird at teri@brokenwindmill.com
Karen Conyngham at 72040.3361@compuserve.com
Sheila Fugina at bsfugina@pressenter.com
Dr. Julie Ann Jarvinen at jarvinen@iastate.edu
Marsharee Wilcox at mwilcox@travelers.com
www.camelidid.org
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LAMARIBBEAN 2006 - An ILR conference reunion of Old and New Llama Friends. Book today - rates have BEEN REDUCED - a refundable $100 deposit holds your space. Check out www.lamaribbean.com for info including registration forms, cruise and shore tour opportunities. Call Diane at 888-583-2020 for new rates.
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Hinterland Llamas |
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Little Doc's Veterinary Care |
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Llama Things Carolyn Myers Rt. 1 Box 62 Lakeview, TX 79239 806-867-3423 800-552-6213 carolynmyers@arn.net www.llamathings.com |
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Mountain Oaks Ranch |
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Tally Ho's Big Sky Ranch |
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Traditional Lama Coalition |
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Wilkins Livestock Insurers, Inc. |
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