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Etherington from Sathra Stud.

Sarina also happens to be the Secretary

of the Australian National Cavy Council and

has owned Golden Agoutis for 30 years. And,

having also bred Chocolate and Silver Agoutis

and with her Golden Agouti Sathra Junior

taking home the award for Best in Show at the

National Australian Cavy Show in 1996, she’s

well placed to talk about the many wonderful

features of these fabulous furry animals.

“The Agouti, along with all other cavies, are

very docile, friendly animals,” Sarina explains.

“They are soft, warm and very cuddly — they sit

on your hand or lap and purr like a cat when you

stroke or pat them gently. Of course, individuals

can and do have their own personalities —

these obviously become favourites!”

COLOUR COMBINATIONS

One of the standout features of Agoutis

is that they come in a vast array of colour

combinations. “First you have the dark-eyed,

With a loving temperament, docile nature

and available in an extensive range of

colour combinations, the Agouti is one

colourful and cuddly cavy. If you’re looking

for a cavy that combines gorgeous good

looks with a winning personality, this might

just be the perfect pet for you.

“The Agouti cavy is very appealing and

they have a lovely nature towards people.

The colour contrasts of the base of the hair

being one colour and the tip of the hair being

another on Agoutis is very striking,” says Sarina Photo: Tanya Upton/BigStock.com

This cute cavy has the perfect personality.

The beautiful Agouti is

one colourful and cuddly

cavy. Tim Falk reports.

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