Selectively bred

Coronet

A variant of Silkie (Sheltie) Guinea Pig (Cavia porcellus)

Closely related long-haired breed identical to the Silkie except for a single rosette ('coronet') on the forehead; created by crossing Silkie with crested cavies.

This page covers the Coronet variant. For full husbandry, water params, diet and health —General care: Silkie (Sheltie) Guinea Pig →

Other Guinea pig breeds variants

Self & solid colors Silkie Satin