Mine are all nippy, even the babies. They are high strung, and not easily handled. The fur is very soft to the touch.
They are entertaining, and I have.. a lot now. I'd love to get rid of them, maybe keeping only a pair or trio, but only for the aforementioned entertainment. The babies are REALLY high strung and hyper. I haven't noticed a hugh decrease in smell, but they do tend to use a corner of the pen for a bathroom. If you spot clean just that once a week, it is really pretty good.
They don't seem to drink nearly as much water either.
Anyone in Florida wanting some, cash or trade, I got some. Really.. I do.. you want them, you know you do...
Wolfy