What should I look for when buying a chinchilla?
10 Things to Know Before Getting a Chinchilla as Pet
- Chinchillas chew—a lot!
- Chinchilla are active and fast.
- Chinchillas need a lot of space.
- Chinchillas are a commitment.
- Chinchillas are night owls.
- Chinchillas need regular baths.
- Chinchillas prefer it on the cool side.
- Chinchillas need patience.
Do chinchillas require a lot of attention?
Chinchillas also need free playtime daily to run around in a chin-proofed room. The next 2 sections will talk about how often and for how long you should let your chinchilla out to play. This is when the chin can be the most fun but will need the most supervision.
Do chinchillas love their owners?
Chinchillas are commonly bred as pets in the U.S. and are available from reputable breeders, pet stores and rescue groups. They tend to be affectionate, curious and social animals that can bond closely with their owners and generally like to be held close and cuddled.
What do you need to know about buying a chinchilla?
You need to allow your chinchilla to get used to the smells, sounds, and the environment in the new home. Additionally, you absolutely must make sure that you pick a room of your home that will remain at chinchilla safe temperatures. This will ensure you don’t encounter issues such as heat-stroke.
Is it common for chinchillas to kill each other?
Sometimes things don’t go well for chinchilla owners. Such was the case when we heard from Jennifer. Does anyone know if it’s common for chinchillas to kill each other or act violently towards each other? I don’t know if my chin killed the other one, but we came home and found the female dead.
Can a one year old Chinchilla be kept with its mother?
a one year old male chinchilla should not be kept with it’s mother they will breed or in your case fight and that causes problems. male and female kits should be separated by 12 weeks in age. Recently born baby chinchillas won’t fight until they’re a little older. You should remove the male from the cage though.
How long does it take for a Chinchilla to adjust to a new home?
When you first bring your chinchilla home, they will need some time to adjust. They won’t be as friendly and cuddly during the first few weeks. You need to allow your chinchilla to get used to the smells, sounds, and the environment in the new home.
How old is Dusty the Chinchilla my brother bought?
They are both male as well and best friends. chinchillas are great! Im 13 years old and my 16 year old brother bought a chinchilla 2 months ago. Its a girl her name is dusty.
How old do you have to be to have a chinchilla?
chinchillas are great! Im 13 years old and my 16 year old brother bought a chinchilla 2 months ago. Its a girl her name is dusty. Around 5:00 pm she gets so much energy. she runs and jumps on the walls runs on our shoes and us she also jumps on things that are tall like her big cage the bed. she loves it when you rub under her chin.
How much does it cost to buy a chinchilla?
Try a larger chain such as PetCo, or order online. A two pound jar of dust costs about $10. Chinchillas only need a small amount to bathe in, so it should last for a while. Fill container such as a biscuit tin, goldfish bowl, or tupperware box with a thin layer of dust.
When do you take a baby Chinchilla out of the cage?
Baby chinchillas of “Kits” are suppose to be removed from the parents cage and in their own cage with same sex pairs at the age of 8 to 10 weeks old. Males should not be kept with their mothers after that age.
How do you introduce a chinchilla to a new home?
When you first bring home your chinchilla, remember that it is in a new environment and will likely be stressed, especially if they are in a new cage. Give them food and water and keep their cage clean but otherwise leave them alone for up to a week. Be sure that their cage is placed in a quiet place.
