Abyssinian Guinea Pig

The Abyssinian Guinea Pig is bred for its fluffy fur, which grows over the body in interesting whorls that are called rosettes. In fact, the guinea pig must have an even number of these rosettes, preferably eight or 10, on various parts of its body if it is to be displayed. The majority of Abyssinian guinea pigs are only kept as adorable pets because it is difficult to find one that fits these requirements.

It requires meticulous maintenance, just like other fluffy creatures, to prevent the matting and tangling of its fur. The breed is fairly old and did not originate in what is now Ethiopia, formerly known as Abyssinia. It is not even somewhat connected to a pig and did not even begin in Guinea. The Andean Mountains of South America are the place where guinea pigs first appeared.