Surprise: How the Oldest Llama in the World Helps Sick Children

White Top the llama, recently crowned the oldest llama in the world, has become one of the most talked-about animals globally. The reason is that she has recently begun caring for sick children. White Top, who resides at Victory Junction Camp in North Carolina, is showing remarkable patience, sensitivity, and care toward the children, especially those facing severe health challenges, according to local media.

“Llamas like White Top play a significant role in camps for sick children because they provide emotional care alongside physical care,” the media reported. It was also noted that through warm interactions with the llama, children find relief from anxiety and a way to ease the loneliness they may feel as a result of their illnesses.

Families and caregivers at the camp praised White Top’s unique ability to offer hugs and gentle touch to the children, helping them cope with both emotional and physical pain. Llamas like White Top not only fill an important place in the children’s lives but also serve as a source of inspiration, allowing them to feel safe and happy even in the most difficult situations.

The fact that she is a 27-year-old llama—an exceptionally advanced age for such an animal—makes the story even more touching. “White Top has proven her great strength even in old age. The love and warmth she provides highlight the deep bond between humans and animals, and the way animals can contribute to both mental and physical healing,” was written about the elderly llama.