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Baldwin guinea pigs are genetically different from skinny guinea pigsand are considered even more unusual. Baldwin pigs are on average slightly smaller than skinny pigs, and their skeletal structure (skeleton, physique) is noticeably better. The leather is somewhat more “rubbery” to the touch, without any residual fluff like a skinny. Basically, when you stroke a baldwin, your hand seems to linger here and there, instead of smoothly sliding over the surface of the skin. Unlike skinnies, who are born with a certain amount of hair that remains with them for life, Baldwin are born in wool and look like a normal “wool” guinea pig. However, at the age of 5 days Baldwin begin to lose their hair, soon becoming completely bald, in accordance with the name of the breed (“bald” – translated from English “bald”).
The Baldwin Pig is a hairless (hairless) guinea pig that first appeared in San Diego, California (USA) in a group of American Crested Guinea pigs owned by Carol Miller. The hairless mutation results from the crossing of two Golden Solid American Crested Crested. The piglets were born in wool, with open eyes, and immediately stood on their legs. After a week, however, something happened. Two piglets from the litter began to lose hair, first around the eyes and nose, and then, progressively, all over the body. They became completely bald. When it became clear that the Baldwin piglets were growing and developing normally, without overgrowing again, it was decided to cross the parents again. And the Baldwin were born again, with the same results.
They are unique animals, perfect in their beauty and with a very bright personality. Wrinkles on the crown, where there was once a rosette, wrinkles and folds across the shoulder girdle and around the legs, while the skin on the body and on the croup is smooth and even. Spectacular, beautifully shaped ears hang freely, resembling a rose petal in appearance. Leather has a rubbery texture to the touch and folds easily. The Baldwin are completely bald, with the exception of a very sparse mustache on the chin and a small amount of hair on the upper side of the foot, closer to the knee. Breeders strive to eliminate these hairs during the breeding process.
The breeding process for pebbles, both Baldwin and Skinny, should be approached very carefully and carefully, adding fresh blood of “wool” pigs, using a large number of carriers of “hairless” genes, thus strengthening the lines, especially if you are counting on long-term perspective.
Do Baldwin need special care?
It must be remembered that Baldwin are primarily pigs, and only secondly are hairless. When caring for them, you must adhere to the usual rules, as if you were caring for a “woolen” animal. In general, there are more similarities than differences between Baldwin and other breeds of guinea pigs. As it turned out, Baldwin has an accelerated metabolism (metabolism), compared to animals with wool; they consume more food and water and are also more active, so they generate heat to maintain their body temperature. This entails the need to clean the cages more often. Due to its ability to generate heat, a small box is enough for a baldwin to crawl into to protect against hypothermia. He will warm it up with the warmth of his body and will not cool down. Baldwin need more frequent bathing using cleansing,or exfoliating (like a scrub) for the face. There is no need to apply moisturizers or oils as Baldwin’s skin produces its own oils.
Baldwin myths
Myth: It is believed that breeding Baldwin implies a lethal gene.
Fact: NO! To date, no lethal genes have emerged. Breeders are equally successful in crossing carriers of the Baldwin gene with Baldwin, and Baldwin with Baldwin, getting strong healthy offspring.
Myth: Baldwin leather needs constant oiling to prevent it from drying out and cracking.
Fact: Baldwin’s skin, just like human skin, produces its own fat to a sufficient degree and is thus hydrated. It is good for the animal to bathe with cleansers and exfoliators, but no moisturizer is required.
Myth: Baldwin will be limited to exhibitions held in warm conditions to prevent hypothermia and colds.
Fact: The Baldwin tolerate a drop in temperature very well if provided with a small box to hide in. They warm up their shelter enough to feel comfortable and healthy. In windy weather or in some extreme conditions, Baldwin can be insulated by wrapping it in something, just as if it were an animal with wool.
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