The alpaca guinea pig is the rare curly long-haired breed – a curly Peruvian – and the Merino is its crested cousin. Coat, grooming and care explained.

The White Crested guinea pig is a calm, low-grooming short-haired breed with a single white forehead crest. Full profile, show standard, temperament & care.

The Himalayan guinea pig is the white, dark-pointed “Siamese of guinea pigs” – albino, light-sensitive and low-grooming. Full breed profile and care.

The Coronet guinea pig is a long-haired breed with a single crown on its forehead — a Silkie with a crest. Full profile, temperament, grooming & care.

The Rex guinea pig is the big, woolly, plush-coated breed with curly whiskers and low grooming — a calm, hardy first pet. Full profile, temperament & care.

The Teddy guinea pig is the fuzzy, stand-up-coated short-haired breed — calm, beginner-friendly and often confused with the Rex. Full profile & care.