Mia-PetsAbyssinian guinea pig
Short-haired guinea pig with distinctive whorls or rosettes across the coat.
Quick facts
- Origin
- South America / domestic development
- Size
- Small
- Activity
- Medium-high
- Care
- Medium-high
Temperament
Abyssinian guinea pigs are often active and curious; individual temperament also depends on socialisation, handling and environment.
Care
Needs constant access to hay, an appropriate vitamin-C-containing diet, hides, space, compatible companionship and exotic-vet care.
Advantages
- Distinctive coat
- Active and curious
Considerations
- Coat needs regular checks and grooming
- Should not be kept in a small enclosure
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