{"id":444,"date":"2022-03-28T22:35:02","date_gmt":"2022-03-28T22:35:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/guineapiggeek.com\/?p=444"},"modified":"2022-03-28T22:35:04","modified_gmt":"2022-03-28T22:35:04","slug":"alpaca-guinea-pig","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/guineapiggeek.com\/alpaca-guinea-pig\/","title":{"rendered":"Alpaca Guinea Pig \u2013 Complete Guide To The Alpaca Breed"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Are you thinking about adding an alpaca guinea pig to your family? If so, you’re in for a treat. These little creatures are adorable and make great pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about the alpaca breed. We’ll discuss their personality traits, care requirements, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, read on for all the information you need before bringing an alpaca guinea pig into your home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Key Stats On The Alpaca Guinea Pig<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Length:<\/strong> 8-12 Inches<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weight:<\/strong> 600-1200g<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lifespan:<\/strong> 4-6 Years<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Colors: <\/strong>White, Black, Cream, Beige, Roan and Albino<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temperament: <\/strong>They love to be held and will often get on with other Guinea Pigs in their cage<\/a>, once they’ve bonded. A very affectional bread that love company.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is an Alpaca Guinea Pig?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Its pretty obvious where the Alpaca Guinea Pig gets their name from, they look just like Alpaca’s. (not as big obviously!<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may not have come across them before ( I’ve still yet to see one in real life!<\/em>), they’re one of the rarest breeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They often get mistaken for the Texel breed and are very similiar to the Merino and Lunkarya.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is because the Alpaca Guinea Pigs fur is often curly and long. The main difference is that their fur is very coarse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interestingly according to the American Cavy Breeders Association, the Alpaca Guinea pig is not a recognised breed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although the British Cavy Council, along with other breeding clubs do believe it is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since they’re long haired guinea pigs they do need to eat a special diet and must br groomed every day. This prevents the fur from getting stuck together.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Alpaca Guinea Pig should also be an indoor breed, because of their long fur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does An Alpaca Guinea Pig Look Like?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The fur of an alpaca guinea pig is what makes it really stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Imagine an alpaca, then imagine it the size of a guinea pig. There you go, thats pretty much what they look like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fur is often long, coarse and incredibly wavy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you touch their fur its often springy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are quite high maintenance, as they do need to be brushed every single day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of colour, they do come in a wide range of colors and are usually oval in shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temperament of an Alpaca Guinea Pig<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your look for a pet thats affectionate and friendly, the Alpaca guinea pig might be ideal. They love to be cuddled and are pretty easy to pick up and handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now is worth noting that they do have individual personality. So some are more friendly than others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They also get on with other guinea pigs in the cage, making them very sought after.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Like with any guinea pig, they may bite if they’re hurt or scared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It’s important that you do try and hold them daily, so they get used to being with you.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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