The day Whitetop the llama arrived at a North Carolina camp for kids with medical conditions, he understood his assignment. “There aren’t many animals that care for the kids like Whitetop does,” said ...

Llamas tend to live 15 years, but Whitetop far exceeds that age. Billie Davis, Victory Junction’s barn director, told AP that his lifespan is likely due to top-tier vet care and exercise.

Unlike other llamas, Whitetop doesn’t spit on humans ... good pasture mates, and great vet care.” The camp said they would celebrate Whitetop’s achievement with a special gathering and ...