Behavior

There is one thing that surprises every new chinchilla owner.Can you guess what it is?If you're a new owner, I'm certain you don't have to guess. You already know.It's poop.Specifically, it's the amount of poop one of these tiny little animals can produce.That sentence basically answers the main question.But keep reading for a more exact answer, plus all … [Read more...] about Do Chinchillas Poop A Lot? (Way More Than You Think)

Chinchillas love to sleep.Sometimes it seems like all they do is sleep.That can be a bit frustrating, if you were hoping to play with your new pet all the time.But never fear. There are times when chinchillas are extremely active.And you'll have playtime every day.In fact, you need to give your chinchilla playtime every day.Apart from that play time, do … [Read more...] about How Many Hours Do Chinchillas Sleep? (And When?)

Owning a chinchilla is a fantastic experience.But it can also come with some frustrations.Especially if you are struggling to get your chinchilla to enjoy being held.I can't blame you for wondering "Do chinchillas like to be held at all?"Don’t fret.Chinchillas are skittish at first, but you can change that. We will help you get your chinchilla to enjoy being … [Read more...] about Do Chinchillas Like To Be Held (+7 Tips To Make It Happen)

Pet chinchillas spend 23+ hours a day in their cage.If they share the cage with another chinchilla, they obviously have a companion.But what if they occupy the cage alone?Do chinchillas get lonely when they don't have a cage mate?The truth is, it depends largely on you.Even without a second chinchilla, you can take on the role of social companion.Keep … [Read more...] about Do Chinchillas Get Lonely? (Plus How To Avoid It)

Chinchillas sure do look cuddly!They're so cute that all you want to do is cuddle them!But do they feel the same way?Are chinchillas cuddly pets, or do they prefer to be left alone?It turns out the answer is not as simple as just "yes" or "no".Keep reading to learn whether chinchillas are cuddly and how you can get yours to show more affection, so you get … [Read more...] about Are Chinchillas Cuddly? (And How To Increase Cuddling Time)

Try to imagine life as a chinchilla in the wild.You're tiny and the world is huge.It is filled with animals far larger than you. And they all want to eat you.Except for the largest of all. It wants to cut off your fur and turn it into clothing and accessories.What would be your first instinct in just about every situation?To run away.So it only makes … [Read more...] about Will A Chinchilla Run Away? (And How To Prevent It)

Chinchillas are rodents.And rodents have a bit of a reputation as being cold or aloof.That they just don't care too much for their owners.Is that true of chinchillas? Are they a bit aloof, or are chinchillas friendly?The truth is, they can be both.The good news is, they generally start out shy and timid, but almost always end up being friendly.But they … [Read more...] about Are Chinchillas Friendly? (Yes, If You Do This)

Chinchillas sleep a lot.In fact, they spend most of the day asleep.So it only makes sense to try and understand everything you can about how chinchillas sleep.It turns out it's quite the fascinating topic.It's also an important one. Knowing how a chinchilla sleeps will help you be a much better chin owner.Keep reading to learn everything you need to know … [Read more...] about How Do Chinchillas Sleep? (Fascinating Facts And Vital Info)

Chinchillas make some funny sounds.They also make some questionable, and perhaps annoying, sounds.This definitely includes barking.New owners are often taken aback the first time they hear chinchilla barking.It is only natural to wonder why your chinchilla is barking, and what this strange chinchilla sound means.Keep reading to learn why chinchillas bark, … [Read more...] about Why Do Chinchillas Bark? (And How To Stop Chinchilla Barking)

It's a scary sight.When you see your beloved chinchilla suddenly shake out of nowhere, it's only natural to be concerned.And you should be.Before I worry you too much, let me say that most cases of a chinchilla shaking are completely harmless.But there is also a chance it could be something serious.So you do need to make sure it isn't.Keep reading to … [Read more...] about Why Is My Chinchilla Shaking? (Usually Harmless, Sometimes Serious)