Texel guinea pigs are one of the cutest of their kind, and no other breed looks the same as them. Their hair and curls make them look really cute, but are Texel guinea pigs great pets?
The answer is yes, they are wonderful pets; the only problem you may face with owning a Texel guinea pig is that they require more grooming than some other guinea pig breeds. Other than that, Texel guinea pigs are among the most sociable, cool, and friendly pets.
In this article, we will discuss in detail what the Texel guinea pig is, what the best diet is for them, appearance, health problems, and everything else related to them.
Texel Guinea Pig Facts
Texel guinea pigs are not like other guinea pigs; they are new to the family. They originated in the 1980s as a result of the cross between Silkie and Rex.
They received their long beautiful hair from the Silkie, but they got curls instead of straight hair. These curls give them a unique look.
In 1988, American breeder Cavy association has recognized the Texel as breed.
Texel guinea pigs are similar to other members of their family in their size. Like most guinea pigs at maturity, they are around 8 to 10 inches (20 to 25 cm) long. Male Texel guinea pigs are slightly larger and longer than females.
Mature Texel guinea pigs weigh between 700 and 1200 g. Similarly, males weigh more than females. They have a wide and compact body, so their extra weight makes it seem like they have large bones.
The entire body of the Texel guinea pig is covered in curly hairs, so it looks different from any other guinea pig. However, most people think that due to their long-haired coat, they look a lot like Silkies, even though it’s an entirely different breed.
They also have shorter cute curly hair on their faces, which increases the appeal they can have for some owners.
Texels have a dense, shiny coat and also come in a variety of colors. Typically the most common pattern you will see is black or white, along with any other color in between.
Texel guinea pigs have certain unique facts due to their unique and cute fur. Their lush, curly and long fur has earned them the nickname “Shirley Temple” of cavies.