The words Dog Breed Info with the letter D inside of a black paw print

Wild Animals (Not commonly kept as pets)

Patagonian Cavy

The left side of a Patagonian Cavy standing in hay next to a stone wall

Cavies are large diurnal rodents. Their closest relative is the guinea pig.

Other Names
  • Docilchotis patagonum
  • Mara
The back of a Patagonian Cavy that is sitting against a brick wall

Adult Patagonian cavy

The left side of a Patagonian Cavy that is standing on Hay

Adult Patagonian cavy

The back left side of a Patagonian Cavy sitting on Hay behind another big rodent

Adult Patagonian cavy