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Silkie Guinea Pig
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Silkie Stats
Scientific Name:  Caviidae porcellus
 Size:  8 to 9 inches
 Origin:  South America, specifically the Peruvian Andes
 Life Expectancy:  7 years
 Temperament:  friendly, active
 Varieties:  none
Silkie Species Profile
Known as the Sheltie in England, the Silkie guinea pig breed has soft, long hair. The hair grows from the nose and over the back. The breed requires a lot of grooming.

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