What is the guinea pig?
Teddy Guinea Praš is a member of the guinea pig family and a favorite pet. This breed is a variant on traditional breeds, but since 1978 it has been considered an official breed. They have small bodies, with wide, curved noses and lots of short, thick, gloomy hair that holds right up, giving it a teddy bear. Teddy guinea pigs produce great pets, but require loving and careful owners.
This breed of guinea pig is not a natural breed. It is the result of the genetic mutation of the tortoise shell and the white American guinea pig in 1967 and was competitively bred for profit. In 1978, Teddy Guinea Prašech was recognized as an official breed and is now quite common and popular pets. You can find them in most pet stores and many breeders also sell them.
These animals are on a large page compared to other rodents. The average size of the Powder guinea pig is between 8-10 inches (20-25 cm), weighing about 1.5-2.5 pounds (700-1200 grams).Tyři for up to five years. The longest living guinea pig, according to the Guinness Book of Records 2006, was 14 years, 10.5 months.
coat is the most significant characteristic of the Guinea Guinence. It resembles a teddy bear, which is how he got his name. The hair is short, thick, fuzzy and zoom, so it holds right up. Even the beard of this breed are zoom. The coat can be soft or very rough. It is said that most judges of breeders prefer a gross coat.
Teddy guinea pig has a smaller body than most other guinea pig breeds. Their noses are similar to the noses of American guinea pigs that are wide and curved. Teddies can be found in all standard guinea pigs including agouts, black, white, red, beige, cream, lilac and chocolate.
Teddy guinea pigs produce fantastic pets and they require a lot of love and care. They are social animals, so getting a couple is a good idea.Do not forget to get a few of the same sex, or they could breed and have a child teddy Guineas. The guinea pig should be allowed to roam around their cage, while under supervision, at least an hour a day to keep it happy and healthy. Feed Teddies a healthy diet and provide a spacious cage with space for running.