Guinea Pig Breeds
Eleven guinea pig breeds are recognized by the American Cavy Breeders Association:
| 1. Abyssinian | 7. Peruvian Satin |
| 2. Abyssinian Satin | 8. Silkie |
| 3. American | 9. Silkie Satin |
| 4. American Satin | 10. Teddy |
| 5. Coronet | 11. Teddy Satin |
| 6. Peruvian |
Abyssinians possess whorled or rough hair.
Peruvians have long, silky hair.
American or English pigs have short, smooth coats.