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Skinny pig
Among the newest crazes for bald pets is the hairless guinea
pig, known as a skinny pig. It comes in various colours and
has just a few fluffy patches of hair on its nose and feet.

Naked mole rat
This little pink rodent from East Africa lives
in underground colonies. It has almost bare
skin, tiny ears, and very poor sight.
Well suited to its dark, warm
tunnels, this animal
may survive for
30 years.

Peruvian
Inca Orchid
For hundreds of years,
this hairless dog with the
flowery name was known
only in Peru. It is now
famous worldwide as
a pet and show dog.
Some puppies
are born with
normal coats.

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