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Clementine found the clover at the far end of the lawn and has been running victory laps ever since.

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About the Abyssinian guinea pig

Origin
An old established variety; name unrelated to Abyssinia
Size
700–1200 g
Lifespan
5–7 years
Coat
Short, wiry, in radiating rosettes
Temperament
Lively and inquisitive; typically bolder than smooths
Grooming
Weekly; check between the rosettes

Read more about the abyssinian guinea pig — what they are like to live with, grooming, and the health worth knowing about.

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