Do you like guinea pigs and want to know a little more about them? Thinking of adopting a pair of guinea pigs as pets? Do you know that there are guinea pigs that do not have hair , others that are almost entirely white and others that are called “Dalmatians” because of their black and white hue? If before we already talked to you about how to choose it for a good coexistence, its diet, its basic care and 10 very interesting curiosities about them in general, in this photo gallery we will tell you which are the most frequent breeds of guinea pigs, of hair long, short or straight hairless.
Peruvian guinea pigs have very long, straight hair and are ideal for people willing to spend a lot of time caring for their long mane. This breed is sweeping fans of long-haired guinea pigs! The coronets seem to have gone through the hairdresser to get a carding since they accumulate a large amount of hair on the head. They are very funny! The alpaca and merino types have curly fur and look like little balls. Those of the rex race are called dinosaurs because they are larger but, unlike the prehistoric reptiles, they are very affectionate and friendly and the skinny and baldwins do not have a hair on their bodies and they do not cope well in the cold. The first are born directly bald and the baldwins see the light for the first time with little hair but then they lose it as they are adults.
If you want to get one of these animals as a pet, consider whether you can dedicate more or less time to it since, in the case of long-haired guinea pigs, it is very important to maintain the hygiene of their fur, brush their hair and cut it . In contrast, shorter-coated specimens do not require as much grooming . Of course, as animals that they are, they will always need your attention, time and affection . Think about it carefully before getting this pet. By the way, there are many guinea pigs waiting to be given a home where they can be loved. Don’t buy, better adopt .
