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The Coronet guinea pig, known for its unique, attractive look and playful nature, is a breed of cuddly domestic guinea pigs. Although it bears a striking resemblance with a Silkie guinea pig, it can be distinguished by its adorable crest along with a rosette on its forehead. It was first produced in England during the mid-1970s as a result of a cross between a Silkie guinea pig and an American Crested. It was separately bred in the US during the late 1970s by crossing Silkies with White Cresteds that had longer hair on their rump. In 1998, the breed received recognition from the American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA).
| Kept As: | Indoor cavy, show animal |
| Suited For: | Experienced, active owners, singles, families with children |
| Origin: | England |
| Temperament: | Loving, playful, curious, affectionate |
| Hypoallergenic: | No |
| Lifespan: | 4-6 years |
| Association/Clubs: | None |
| Breed Standard: | American Cavy Breeders Association |
Size: 5-12 inches long
Weight: 1.5-3 lbs
Height: 6-13 inches
Width: About 7-14 inches
Fur Length: Long
Fur Texture: Smooth, soft, thick, straight, flowing from the front to back, crested with a rosette
Color: Can be of any color and pattern, including cinnamon and agouti, coffee and white, or tortoiseshell
Spot clean your pet’s cage every day and replace any soiled bedding with a clean one. Wipe its cage using a damp cloth moistened with vinegar solution every week.
Make sure that your guinea pigs get enough room to exercise in the enclosure. You can keep a pair of Coronets in an indoor cage of minimum dimensions 30 X 50 X 20 inches, with a preferable floor space of 1512 square inches.
Abundant fresh timothy hay, about 1/8 cups of pellets containing vitamin C, along with a few slices of fresh fruits and veggies (carrots, romaine lettuce, apples, oranges, and peaches) per day
Brush its fur every other day with a soft bristle brush or plastic comb to keep its hair clean and free from knots. Trim its coat once a month and then brush to remove loose hairs.
It loves to play and explore; allow it to run and romp outside its cage or around the house under supervision for about an hour on a regular basis.
You can get a Coronet guinea pig from any reputable breeder or a rescue in your area at a price of about $20 to $35. The yearly cost of keeping a Coronet as a pet is average.
It is an average annual shedder, losing its winter coat in spring and early summer. Excessive shedding during this time of the year can be controlled by frequent brushing (twice or thrice) per week.
