We, as Virginia alpaca farmers and members of the Virginia Alpaca Owners & Breeders Association, fully support the repeal of 2VAC5-140-140 and its replacement with 2 VAC 5-141.  

Both, alpaca and llama breeders need to be able to bring their animals into the state of Virginia for show and sale without unnecessary and  expensive testing.  Most other states have already made these changes.  Many breeders will not participate in our VAOBA show because of the current testing requirements and the expense involved.  Tthe research and evidence completely support this change and we respectfully ask for it to be implemented in as expeditious a manner as possible.