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When Matt, a native of Australia, wanted a dog, his parents got him a different kind of pet that was loyal, playful, and fluffy: an Alpaca! They named him Chewy because, as captioned on social media, #hechewseverything.
These lanky lovebugs are prominent in Australia because of their soft fleece, docile demeanor, and low-maintenance lifestyle. According to The Alpaca Place, they are versatile animals that can assimilate to different types of land, and are very intelligent and easy to train. Extra bonus: these furry friends live for 20 years, or more!
We love dogs, but we certainly see how Matt’s parents thought an Alpaca pet was a great idea, too! Judging by the adorable pictures on his Instagram, this 3-year-old fluffball is as playful, fun-loving, and mild-mannered as can be–he even wears a collar around his neck!
Just like dogs, Chewy loves riding in the car…
And enjoys visiting the beach!
Of course, he’s got his favorite stuffies…
And likes to lounge in the grass on nice days.
On walks, he grabs a nibble from the trees…
Because just like a puppy, he like chewing on things every now and then (or all the time).
But that’s okay. At the end of the day, it’s quite evident that Matt and his family really, really love him!
And really, how could you blame them?
Follow Chewy and friends on Instagram @chew_paca (get it?!).
This is so cool! Would you ever consider getting a pet Alpaca?
(h/t: Barkpost)
