No Available Texels at this time

Texels have a curly long coat. They were classified as an official breed by the American Cavy Breeders Association in 1998.

They are covered in curly hair with a part on the back of the coat. As for facial hair, it varies from depending on genetics. Most of the time, the hair on the face will be much shorter than other parts of the body. Hair under their jawline and ears are not always present and will vary as well. They short bodies and wide and round heads.

A new breed, the Texel cavy couldn’t be ignored by the ACBA as an increasingly popular breed and finally recognized it in their association.

Texels require extensive care and attention. They require consistent grooming on a daily basis. Their coat is extremely prone to tangling. The Texel’s diet plan and cage setup (general care) are the same as any other breed of guinea pig.

We would recommend aiming to brush their hair once a day, or at the very least every other day. Failure to do this may cause debris (from playing outside of the cage) and bedding (from inside the cage) to build up in their coats. No one wants that. Regular trimming of the coat is recommended to maintain good hygiene and keep your grooming efforts minimal. Trimming the backside is needed to avoid exposure of the coat to urine. Just be careful the first few times. Make sure your guinea pig is comfortable with coat trimming. If they seem uncomfortable, don’t rush it. You can do a little bit at a time, followed by a treat as a reward. Then repeat the process the next day, with a little more trimming (https://www.guineapighub.com/texel-guinea-pig/).

Because their hair covers the ear, they are likely to have earwax buildup. Make sure to trim their nails about once a month. Most guinea pigs don’t need to take regular baths, but it would be a good idea for a Texel. Their coats usually drag on the soiled hay, picking up feces and/or soaking up urine. Running your fingers through their coat will not only be a pleasant massage for them, but will also loosen excess hair .