It’s a shame that the red eyed little ones are often left behind..they are so beautiful..and as you say “red eyes ROCK!!” I like to think of them as having ruby eyes. I think it just sounds so pretty! 😍
Christina M Paradise Yes! I’m happy that my sister got me a red eyed one because he is very sweet and I found out why she got me that one, she got me a red eyed one because it was the last one at the pet store because no one wanted him and my sister didn’t want him either but when she got to spend time with him she realized he was very sweet and now she loves him
I just adopted two guineas from someone looking to rehome. Your videos have been very informative. I am binge watching and learning so much! I have a red eyed Teddy and an American short hair. We have had them a week and I'm in love.
Hi Scotty...I just want to say...You are amazing...I watched alot of ur videos and it shows that u care about animals...especially for Guinea Pigs...I have 2 Piggies of my own...I had 2 a few years ago..I wish I found ur videos then but now that I found them now..I know more about piggies..Just want to say ur amazing on what u do..it shows u actually care and u r a voice for Guinea Pigs!
my family is mourning today. we lost our sweet girl yesterday. she was fine when she we went to bed and totally sick and bloated when we got up. ran her to the vet and she gave her meds but by the time we got home she was gasping for air and was gone in less than 5 minutes. Hurts so bad. RIP dear Izzy. We’ll miss you every day!!
Shirley Brunner ...If vet didn’t do a fluid biopsy, it could’ve been spleen rupture. That happened to my parents Schnauzer. Or it could’ve just been abdominal cancer...as my Coronet Agouti had to be put to sleep from. More likely rupture (internal bleeding from spleen) since happened quickly tho. So sorry!!!
Pip is Abyssinian? Huh. Long haired genres have always confused me and Cuy's seemed somehow fictitious to me, but now I get it more. Thanks Scotty. You have contributed a lot to the online guinea pig community.
@7:50- It's ironic that Cuy (pronounced Qwee in the Peruvian tounge of its origin) may sound like a made-up breed, but it is one of the genetically closest breeds to their wild cousins. Cuy pigs is the name for the original domestic guinea pigs in their native Peru. Cuy pigs were kept in the house, in herds in their cuy pit, a room sized area sunk into the floor of a central room with the hearth. A family's cuy pig herd represented their relative wealth as they supplied a ready and cheerful food source for whole communities. If you are interested in guinea pig history, there are several excellent documentaries on YT. It seems guinea pigs were one of the first "fad pets" in Europe, brought back on Portuguese ships from South America and could once be had for "a guinea", which was something only the wealthy could afford to fritter away for an exotic pet. It is primarily these European imports that are the more immediate ancestors of our beloved pets. This is a wonderful channel, as well as the LA Ginea Pig Rescue channel. I have learned so much.💙
I have a red eyed Abyssinian, who is the most gorgeous shade of tan/cream you’ll ever see. I love her to pieces. Red eyed babies deserve all the love. I also have a beautiful American crested, who has dark eyes, she’s equally beautiful and equally loved. ☺️
I have 3 Himis', 1 girl Smokey who LOVES attention and cuddles!!!! And 2 boys (not related to Smokey or each other) Zorro and Zoomie. The boys don't mind attention or cuddles but don't love either as much as Smokey!!
I really want white and brown Himalayans they're so cute the brown with black patches and the ones with white and black patches with red eyes are just so cute to me
I'm in the process of getting myself a pair, your videos have been so helpful with this process, I'm building my piggies a big cage space and I love all the advice you share in regards to care and feeds. You have been so helpful and informative, thank you!
My friend runs a sanctuary here in the uk for piggies with the lethal gene and also for dental piggies.The vet she and I use has developed some unique and brilliant techniques in guinea pig dentistry among other things.The lethal gene piggies are often blind and deaf,white with red eyes and are prone to health issues and dental problems.I THINK they are a product of dalmation and roan crosses but Im not certain.Its 2 breeds that are not compatable though obviously.Many people consider lethals non viable but if they could see the zest for life and happy popcorns and zoomies these piggies do they would see that lethals deserve a chance.They are very happy little piggies.I love your videos Scot.They are so inspirational for providing people with the knowledge to give their piggies the best possible life!
I got two guinea Pigs both are American shorthair. One of them is mostly white with just a little patch of tan around one eye and has red eyes. I know some people would think that is creepy, but she is so sweet and friendly.
Sarah Bronson ...My daughter & I made 3 trips to Petco to see if the big red haired piggy w/ red eyes was adopted & she finally was “not there”...assuming yes adopted, but it made us so sad! We were unable to adopt another....
I never knew that eye colour made a difference to people. I've only had one red eyed guinea pig; his eyes looked almost purple, very beautiful. He was also incredibly kind to his female roommates.
Your adorable cuddling the babies I can't help but snuggle and kiss mine whenever they are out! You helped me figure out my girl Dusty is an American Shorthair with a little crest thanks! 😀
You are so great with the sweet ones. I have had several guines pigs but you have taught me things. Thanks so much. My son just got a 3 year old female named Ruby. She is so sweet. I love her so much. She is between our kitchen an livingroom. She does need a friend so I will go to the shelter to get one .
Some more guinea pig breeds mostly found in (western) Europe but worth the google search!: Swiss or CH Teddy (very fluffy!), Californian (like the Himalayan but without the red eyes and mostly dark patches on cream), Lunkyara (crazy untamable curly hair), Minipli (strong curls), Merino (like the Texel but with a crest) and the ridgeback! Also you can tell the US teddy and the rex apart by mostly the build as Rex guinea pigs are often bigger and have wavy or curly belly hair!
I LOVE albino animals. One of my boys is an albino rescue and is so loving and smart. Nobody wanted him because he was "creepy". Thank you for sharing just how great albino animals really are.
My old buddy GP was a American shorthair I miss him so much he was a smart little guy 5:42 omg my good friend I knew as a kid had a Texel omg it was so cute :o
I own a albino named Einstein! She is amazing, she too was a rescue and has grown on me so much! She was attacked by a dog and I had a hard time getting her to trust me, but she is doing great and I couldn't live without her now!
I have an American with a ridgeback or "angel wings" which is caused by a copy of the Abyssinian gene. My other guinea pig Rosie is an Abyssinian but her eyes are like a dark brown with a red iris. Guinea pigs really do come in all shapes and colors and are each beautiful in a different way. Always wanted a Himalayan as they look like little Siamese cats 😂
Thank you, it was great to see them all. I have two mini Sheba yaks which are a cross between an abyssinian and a peruvian guinea pig. They are very scruffy in appearance, and one of mine weighs 1.5 kg which is the heaviest guinea pig I've owned. All the breeds are lovely though.
I loved the video always like to see all the different breeds through the years I have had 5 different breeds of piggies. Would love to find a Himalayan.
I would love love love to volunteer at the la guinea pig rescue. Everyone seems so friendly and I’ve been watching the videos for a very long time!! But I live in the uk 😂
Just got two male piggies not too long ago, this helped a lot in identifying my boys’ breeds! I have an Abyssinian and a teddy… my teddy looks almost exactly like your boy Gary. All brown with a little white spot on his head. So adorable! Thanks for all the info you contribute to the guinea pig community. Your videos have been so helpful in making sure I provide my new piggies with the best care I can.
Red eyed piggies, bunnies and rats have slightly impaired vision but nevertheless still make the most affectionate pets. I had a pet rat (Charlie) that was born with no eyes & her eyelids were closed but she was the most happy fluffsome & intelligent ratty individual that never seemed to notice she was blind.
red eyes piggies are so cute, its a shame not many people like them. my first guinea pig was an albino piggie, and she was the sweetest piggie ive ever had out of my 8, with such a playful personality. right now, i have a short hair, and an angora with red eyes. theyre so cute!
Such cute guinea pigs! I will say though, that breed can play a role in temperament and personality, not always, as yes, all guinea pigs are individuals, but often breeds can be stereotypical. For example, there is such a thing called "Abby-tude" with Abyssinians or abby mixes. HOWEVER, the "breed" of a guinea pig playing a role in attitude isn't something to fear, deny, or run from, it's part of what makes the breeds fascinating and fun! :) Some people might associate "abby-tude" of meaning a guinea pig with attitude and bites, but that's where the misunderstanding is. Abby-tude doesn't necessarily mean a guinea pig that bites, it means a guinea pig that is full of character, silly, and fun, but yes abbys also tend to nibble more, but nibbles aren't bites, it's part of the curious nature of abbys. The curious nature of a guinea pig is what sometimes makes a guinea pig a little more silly or fun, so when possible, its better to enjoy an attitude as a goof-ball piggy. I think it's great to embrace guinea pig breeds, and I think it's great to embrace piggies with attitude! :) Also remember, many guinea pigs, regardless of breed, will bite when they have to go to the bathroom, or they are insisting you give them food and treats while you hold them. As a side note: From my own experience, all of my silkie/sheltie breeds have always been the most laid-back types once in my lap. Abyssinians tend to be adventurers and ornery, I even notice these traits in the Scott's abby's. Teddies sometimes have Teddy-tude, while teddy mixes tend to be casual or have sweet-natured temperaments. Smooth haired guinea pigs tend to be more skittish, but they also have the widest not-so-stereotypical temperaments, smooth haired guinea pigs is where the concept of each guinea pig has it's own individual personality is more true. What I mean is, smooth haired piggies don't have as much of a standard expected temperament compered to something like an Abyssinian. I see a pattern in temperaments and attitudes with many abbysinains, many isn't all though, it's just a noticeable pattern. With smooth haired guinea pigs, I don't see as much of a temperament or attitude pattern, except maybe more skittish and/or take longer to tame. However, that doesn't mean to be discouraged from smooth haired piggies, it means to love them more and eventually a smooth haired will be the best well-rounded piggy. Enjoy the breeds, compare and observe them, there are sometimes breed traits, but there are always individual personalities. :)
Love the video. I found out that my daughter's 2 girls one is an am. short hair and she has a mix of color of white brown & black. The other girl is a cuy/mix and is all white with black eyes. We also in the other piggy home have a male agouti. They can see each other but the cages have a gap between. 💗💗💗and we will have no babies here!!!
My pet rat was albino and I loved him to bits and pieces.. His name was Chuncky-butt. I remember having to bath him because he took a bag of red hots behind my speakers. lol Good times.
I think you are awesome Scotty. I appreciate your knowledge and kindness. I have learned a lot from you. But I have to say you always look super baked 😂😂 Awesome. It makes me so happy.
My sweetest pig was a pink eyed white named Bianca. I rescued her at six months and she lived for over five years. She was wonderful, please adopt a PEW or red eyed pig today!
I love pip-squeak so much! I have a soft spot for piggies with a head tilt ^_^ Ok, I keep editing this to pick my most favorites, but I just absolutely adore them all.
I have a Lunkarya guineapig ( see my video's the grey one) that breed is rare. And I have a Otter ... wich is black and tan. Also do I have 2 crème , a Sheltie and a Peruvian , a mix Peruvian, and a Tri colour. They came from shelters. There are more breeds like Alpaca, Angora, Dalmatiner, Hollander, Lux, Merino, Ridgeback, Silverfox , turtle, Somali... And different colours , red , black, gold, lilac, coffee, chocolade etc. Sooooo many. 😍
I always prefered the red eyed bunnies when I had bunnies growing up. The ones I owned had the sweetest temper of them all! I'm loving the look of the albino piggies
I have a teddy / Rex. She is brown with beautiful red eyes. I named her Coco. She loves it when I give her floor time. She runs and jumps. My other piggy Daisy loves to follow her where ever she goes.
Fun fact! Guinea Pigs actually don't carry the gene for true albinism, which is a complete lack of pigment in all parts of the body. Light refracting in pigment less hairs is perceived as white in an animal that has true albinism, whereas with piggies they actually have white pigmentation in their hairs and and varying degrees of pigment in their eyes allowing more or less red tissue to be seen through the eye causing a wide range of pink to red or even subtly purple hues!
I had an english crested gold agouti. For me, she was the most beautiful pig in the entire world lookwise and characterwise. So trustful and curious even with strangers. She became 8 years old and it has been 8 years since she isn't with me anymore but I still miss Thea...
I have a red eyed guinea pig, I didn’t really like him at the start but he was well bonded to his brother. But I do not regret getting him in fact I regret thinking “oh he has red eyes”. He is beautiful and he is unique. I haven’t seen a guinea pig like him!!! He is a long hair almost like a Peruvian with grey, white and ginger 🙂
Fun fact, guinea pigs are called cuy because that is the sound they make. I studied in Ecuador for 8 months. I heard about the restaurants that sold cooked guinea pig, never went to one because it wasn’t something I felt right in doing (I never heard my family talk about it either), but a few of the guys in my class had been walking with a friend and had passed a restaurant that specialized in cuy. He said it wasn’t a business he would consider go to, but wouldn’t judge the tradition since he knew what it was like to have his traditional Japanese food called weird or gross. Down there they hold the guinea pigs pretty high up there when it comes to important animals. It might not make much sense comparing guinea pigs in Ecuador as similar to cows in India, but the ties to Cuy is an indigenous religious one even though the country now days is Catholic (mainly). When we visited a museum in Quito there were references to Cuy everywhere.
I heard a crazy story that some people don't like red eyed guinea pigs cause they think they're evil. But I find them beautiful my ridge back guinea pig has red eyes and they're so pretty
I rescued some boys from a long term hotel hording situation recently. They claimed one was albino, but he is a cream with a white head and broken lines of black on his butt. I love my little casper. I have never owned a pink eyed rodent, but one of my dream rats was an odd eye dumbo, but back to living in a state where rats are restricted. I am so happy my boys are in a better place.
I have a Peruvian boy and girl! I also have a teddy girl and shorthaired white crested boy! All tricolored :) Fun fact: my teddy girl and Peruvian girl are litter mates :) seeing my Peruvians grow up is so cool! They have Abyssinian looking hair at a few weeks old and it just keeps growing! Crazy cowlicks when it’s short lol! Love all my piggies!
tina downs ...Even tho I then had a Coronet silky, I saw Peruvians at the pet store once & they were moving around like little centipedes, so I couldn’t fall in love. Haha
Oh my.....my Fritz may be a Cuy or partial......fits the bill perfectly....pointy nose, big, scaredy cat....I can't tame him like his cagemate. He was a rescue....
The guinea pig that I had when I was 10 (many years ago) was a big-ass cuy and I got him tamed. Good times with him for 8 years. Got him when he was just a couple of months old.
One of my cavies named Churrito is an American short hair abbsynian mix( I think). He has short hair yet the rosettes. He is supper cute. I love him so much. He has dark pink eyes and he is all white. He might be albino. His pal is gummy bear who is an abbsynian. Gummy bear has always been the sweeter of the two. I’ve had Churrito for two months and he has finally allowed for me to cuddle.
Aww I’ve got 4 piggies and a range of breeds I have 1 American, 2 teddies (1 maybe a Rex I can’t tell lol) and 1 of a breed you didn’t touch on which is the lunkyara, like her hair, she is insane
In the late nineties I had a Himalayan rat, I bought from a pet store. They called them Siamese rats but they had the same markings as the guinea pigs. They are rare rats, mine was not socialized and would attack your hand when you reached in her cage. I worked with her but she was still feral.
I absolutely adore your love for all of your piggies and the piggies at the rescue!! I'm always kissing on mine too, even though I'm allergic..... but they're so irresistible!! 😍🐹😘Totally worth the allergy attack! Lol
Omg I thought my guinea pig was overweight and scared of everyone, turns out HE'S A CUY!!! There’s not much information online, any chance you could do another video on this? PS - Don’t worry I love him very much and he’s slowly gotten used to cuddles and likes them, I won’t get rid of him ❤️
Love the video, very informative! Little side note here, the white crested guinea pig is it’s own breed (recognized by the ACBA)not part of the American breed. You can get American Crested (not yet recognized by the ACBA) if you cross a Crested and an American 👍
