British breedsGuinea pigs are the most common species , with short hair and a strong build. British guinea pigs with different coat colors can be crossed to form different varieties, such as pure white, black, brown, etc., so these non-pure shorthairGuinea pigs, the coat color is various, but basically three colors of brown, black and white, which can be the same as brown, black and white to form irregularities The spots, called tricolor guinea pigs, may also have two-color or single-color guinea pigs.

The guinea pig alias Dutch mouse, Guinea pigs, guinea pigs, guinea pigs, and Guinea pigs, their ancestors came from the Andes Mountains in South America. They were brought to the West by European merchants in the 16th century. At that time, people liked these small animals and used them as pets keep. They are docile, lovable, and relatively easy to care for, and are still common household pets today. Some organizations in the world are scrambling to breed guinea pigs, and people have bred a variety of breeds with different coats and shapes.

A wide variety of guinea pigs were developed after being shipped to Europe and North America. Mainly reflected in the difference between hair and color. The most common pet breed is the English guinea pig, which has short, smooth fur , Abyssinian hair does not stand up smoothly. Peruvian and Shetland species are also common pet breeds with fur Straight and long, while the Texel has long curly hair.

Guinea pig has a body length of 22-34 cm and a weight of 400-700 grams. Its body is short, stubby and round, with a large head, large, round and bright eyes, round ears, and upper lip. Split, ears short; limbs short, with 4 toes on the front feet, 3 toes on the hind feet, no external tail. Numerous species have been bred artificially, except for the Angora guinea pig which has a long coat Outside, the body hair is short and shiny. Body hair is black, white, gray, brown, flower color, etc., and also has various colored markings.

If you live in too small a space, there is no condition for MaomaoDog activities, or afraid of being scratched and bitten, then choose a small, gentle guinea pig! It's chubby, clumsy and cute. Although it is generally a mouse, it is more lovable than a traditional mouse. It has a very docile personality and rarely bites unless it is provoked (you know rabbit I'm in a hurry and biting people). guinea pigs are vegetarians and have no special food requirements , The body is strong and not easy to get sick. It's very smart, and if you treat it well, it will recognize you and play with you. It is moderate in size, neither too small like a mouse nor large like a rabbit, and more suitable for playing in the hand (about 15-20 cm). It is clumsy and cute, not like a mouse or squirrel once it runs away It is very suitable for children or the elderly to raise. It is also not expensive and does not require specialized feeding equipment. As long as you prepare a suitable size cage, supply fresh water and food every day, play with it often, and clean the nest regularly, it can grow up healthily and happily. When it is cooked, it will come out to greet you when you come home from get off work, and will come to you and ask you for food.

A guinea pig that is comfortably cuddled from an early age will be very cooperative with human intimacy when it grows up, and will not bite or scratch. They are shy and timid to the outside world, and seldom try to escape from the cage. Even if the cage door is open, they will not go out by themselves. After getting acquainted with the owner, they will whistle when the owner approaches the cage; if they hear the rustling of a plastic bag or the opening of the refrigerator door, they know that the owner is about to feed, and they will also whistle.

Guinea pigs can live up to 10 years, so you must be prepared before raising them. Make sure there are no other animals in your home that could harm it, such as cats and dogs. It must be supplied with water and food every day, its excrement will smell, it will sometimes bark, and it will chew on things.