When you first think of farm animals, sheep and cows might come to mind before you think of alpacas… but they have actually been domesticated for thousands of years… and with good reason. These adorable cousins to llamas are so precious, you should want to make a day out of visiting them.

We at Bright Side love making new animal friends, so we’re sharing photos of the sweetest alpacas that you absolutely need to see. Don’t forget to check out our bonus that proves alpacas come in all shapes and sizes!

1. A kiss makes everything better.

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Bonus: Welcome to the herd!

© Notnoisy / Wikimedia Commons

Have you ever seen an alpaca? Do you have any alpaca photos to share? Please share with us in the comments!