Breed Description:
Silkies came from Peruvians but they lack the gene that is responsible
for rosettes. There are 3 breeds that have came from Silkies: Silkie Satins,
Coronets & Texels. Silkies coats grow 1 - 1 1/2 inches per month & grows
straight back over their heads so that their faces can be seen. This breed is
one of the oldest & they were first known as "Angoras" back in 1932.
Then in 1980 the name was officially changed to Silkie & they became
re-recognized as the 6th breed of cavies.
Silkie Satins are simply a coat variation where the hairs are hollow causing
them to appear opaque. In other words,they look extra shiny!!
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** Good possibility that these 2 will produce Peruvians too
Beechwood's Best Sterling Triad's Spice
Lilac/Cream Beige Roan Silkie
Sire: Mollica's PE Cr/Wht Peru Sat Sire: FFF's Lilac Roan Peruvian
Dam: Mollica's Salmon Ag Silkie Dam: Triads Beige Peruvian
(baby pic)
* * Last Updated 8/21/2008 * *