We started with llamas because we have children and wanted them to have the experience of the different farm animals.  Well, llamas are a very different animals alright, and originally from South American, and the high country of the Andes Mountains.
Our children were in 4-H and these animal turned out to be perfect for them as a 4-H project.  My daughter trained the llamas for leading and packing.  At the fairs, she was able to show them and also perform with them in the obstacle course.  It was amazing how quickly they learned and how easily and perfectly they performed.