Guinea pig varieties found in pet stores are the English shorthair (also known as the American), which have a short, smooth coat, and the Abyssinian, whose coat is ruffled with cowlicks, or rosettes. Also popular among breeders are the Peruvian and the Sheltie (or Silkie), both straight longhair breeds, and the Texel, a curly longhair. Grooming of guinea pigs is primarily accomplished using combs or brushes. Shorthair breeds are typically brushed weekly, while longhair breeds may require daily grooming. Cavy clubs and associations dedicated to the showing and breeding of guinea pigs have been established worldwide. The American Cavy Breeders Association, an
A Christmas Kind of Town rolls in." A Christmas Kind of Town A Christmas Kind of Town is a Christmas album released by the band Marah in 2005. Tim Sendra of Allmusic called "A Christmas Kind of Town" an "utterly heartwarming and joyous album". Jim Musser of the "Iowa City Press-Citizen" called the album "upbeat, inclusive and downright irresistible". Jay Lustig of "The Star-Ledger" wrote that the song "New York Is a Christmas Kind of Town" is "a thoroughly modern Christmas song, but one with a classic feel". The album was dedicate to "anyone and everyone, regardless of religion or race, who just likes it