Mia-PetsAmerican guinea pig
Domestic guinea pig with a short, smooth coat lying close to the body, one of the best-known varieties.
Quick facts
- Origin
- South America / domestic development
- Size
- Small
- Activity
- Medium
- Care
- Medium
Temperament
Often active and social when given calm handling, enough space and compatible companionship.
Care
Like all guinea pigs, needs hay, dietary vitamin C, water, hides, horizontal space and appropriate veterinary care.
Advantages
- Short easy-to-maintain coat
- Widely known variety
Considerations
- Needs companionship and space despite small size
- Dietary vitamin C is essential
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