English Guinea Pig
BeginnerThe most common standard guinea pig breed. Short-haired and easy to groom. Gentle and ideal for first-time owners.
Dificultad
Beginner
Temperatura
18〜26℃
Esperanza de vida
5-7 years
Tamaño
20-30cm / 700-1200g
Humedad
40〜60%
Dieta
Timothy hay (staple), pellets, vitamin C-rich vegetables
Acerca de
The English (or American) guinea pig is the most common and widely recognized domestic guinea pig breed. Adults measure 20–30 cm and weigh 700–1,200 g. Their short, smooth, sleek coat—typically 1–2 cm in length—is the easiest to maintain of all guinea pig breeds and comes in an extensive range of colors including solid, bicolor, tricolor, and agouti patterns. English guinea pigs are celebrated for their gentle, sociable disposition and expressive vocalizations. They are highly recommended for first-time owners and families with children. As with all guinea pigs, they cannot synthesize vitamin C, necessitating daily dietary supplementation through bell peppers, broccoli, parsley, and similar foods. Unlimited timothy hay should form the bulk of their diet. Optimal temperature is 18–26 °C. Common health concerns include scurvy, urolithiasis, and dental disease. Lifespan is 5–8 years.
Información básica
Origen
Andes region of South America
Esperanza de vida
5-7 years
Tamaño
20-30cm / 700-1200g
Temperatura
18〜26℃
Humedad
40〜60%
Dieta
Timothy hay (staple), pellets, vitamin C-rich vegetables
Guía de cuidado
Coat
Short, smooth coat. Easiest breed to groom
Temperament
Gentle and social. Easy to tame and handle
Housing
Spacious cage with pair housing ideal. Same-sex pairs safest
Notes
Watch for scurvy. Provide fresh vegetables daily
Beginner-friendlyShort-hairedGentleStandard breed
Preguntas frecuentes de English Guinea Pig
Q¿Qué tan difícil es mantener English Guinea Pig?
A
Beginner. Esta es una especie amigable para principiantes. No requiere equipo especial ni experiencia, y puede mantenerse con éxito con una configuración de cuidado básica.
Q¿Cuál es la temperatura ideal para English Guinea Pig?
A
La temperatura ideal para English Guinea Pig es 18〜26℃. La humedad recomendada es 40〜60%. Evita cambios bruscos de temperatura y mantén un ambiente estable.
Q¿Cuál es la esperanza de vida de English Guinea Pig?
A
La esperanza de vida promedio de English Guinea Pig es 5-7 years. Con cuidados y nutrición adecuados, pueden vivir una vida larga y saludable.
Q¿Qué tamaño alcanza English Guinea Pig?
A
English Guinea Pig típicamente alcanza 20-30cm / 700-1200g como adulto. El tamaño puede variar según las condiciones de cuidado y la genética individual.
Q¿Qué debo alimentar a English Guinea Pig?
A
English Guinea Pig se alimenta de: Timothy hay (staple), pellets, vitamin C-rich vegetables. Apunta a una dieta equilibrada con una frecuencia de alimentación adecuada.
Q¿Cuál es el precio típico de English Guinea Pig?
A
El precio de English Guinea Pig varía significativamente según el morfo, tamaño y linaje. Consulta nuestra página de precios de mercado para información actualizada.
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