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Sheba Mini Yak Guinea Pig
IntermediateAustralian rosette guinea pig with a shaggy yak-like coat. Active and curious with a uniquely charming unkempt appearance.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Temperature
18〜26℃
Lifespan
5-7 years
Size
20-28cm / 700-1100g
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Timothy hay, guinea pig pellets, vitamin C-rich vegetables
About
The Sheba Mini Yak (also known as the 'bad hair day' guinea pig) is an Australian breed developed in the 1970s through crosses among Abyssinian, Peruvian, and other rosette and long-haired breeds. Adults measure 20–28 cm and weigh 700–1,100 g. Their coat is a wild mixture of rosettes and long hair that grows in multiple, contradictory directions, creating an endearingly disheveled appearance. The deliberately 'messy' aesthetic—sometimes humorously described as a perpetual bad hair day—is the defining appeal of this breed. The naturally tousled coat requires less intensive grooming than breeds like the Texel or Peruvian; however, regular checks for mats and soiling are still necessary, particularly around the hindquarters. Their temperament is lively and inquisitive. Diet consists of unlimited timothy hay and daily vitamin C. Common health concerns include scurvy and dermatitis. Lifespan is 4–7 years.
Basic Info
Origin
Australia
Lifespan
5-7 years
Size
20-28cm / 700-1100g
Temperature
18〜26℃
Humidity
40〜60%
Diet
Timothy hay, guinea pig pellets, vitamin C-rich vegetables
Care Guide
Coat Care
Natural shaggy look is the charm. Light grooming but regular checks
Care Specifications
Group
Sources: RWAF Guinea Pig companionship
References & Sources
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Primary sources
Taxonomy & Authority
Accepted name: Linnaeus, 1758
Authority databases: GBIF
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Regulations & Conservation Status
Not CITES-listed
Sources: CITES Appendices
Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.
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