Diet And Nutrition

Want to treat your little chinchilla to something special? There are a lot of treats these little pets absolutely love, but not all of them are healthy. Flowers are a treat that is usually low in calories and thus fine to feed in small amounts. However, not all flowers are good for chinchillas. In fact, some are toxic and potentially even deadly. How do you know … [Read more...] about What Flowers Can Chinchillas Eat? (18 Delicious Blossoms)

Hibiscus flowers are delicious. Don't believe me? Get some dried hibiscus and brew it into a tea. This simple drink concoction is hugely popular in Mexico and was one of my favorites when i went there on vacation (right after Mezcal, of course). But I'm not the only fan in my household. My little chinchilla loves hibiscus, too! Not the tea, but the dried … [Read more...] about Can Chinchillas Eat Hibiscus Flowers?

Do you love goji berries? Well, your chinchilla probably does, too. Although most chinchillas prefer various other berries. The problem is that berries, in general, are not good for these furry little pets. They contain too much sugar and water. Is that also a problem here, or can chinchillas eat goji berries without issues? Keep reading to learn if … [Read more...] about Can Chinchillas Eat Goji Berries? (The One Healthy Fruit?)

Have you read a lot of other articles on this site? If so, you probably already know that your chinchilla's primary source of food is hay. And what is hay? Dried grass. So we know that grass is good for chinchillas. It is a top source of calories in the wild too. But since I always recommend feeding your pet dried grass, does that mean the fresh variety is off … [Read more...] about Can Chinchillas Eat Fresh Grass? (A Better Option)

Did you know that dandelions taste great? It's true! We humans have been making tea out of these flowers since ancient times. Not only do they taste good, but they are also incredibly healthy, with tons of great benefits. Are we the only ones that can benefit from this? Or can chinchillas eat dandelion flowers, too? It turns out it is better to avoid them. But … [Read more...] about Can Chinchillas Eat Dandelion Flowers? (Word Of Caution)

Who doesn't love corn flakes? Ok, a lot of kids may find them too bland, mainly because they're used to sugary cereals. Although corn flakes have a lot of sugar too. Just less of it than many other cereals. I'm getting off track. Apart from kids with a sweet tooth, most everyone else loves the world's most popular cereal from Kellogg's And that includes our furry … [Read more...] about Can Chinchillas Eat Corn Flakes? (Which Cereal Is Better?)

We all feed our dogs table scraps from time to time. Even though much of that food isn't especially good for them. Can we do the same with chinchillas? The answer is a resounding no! Many of our foods would wreak havoc on the delicate digestive system of these tiny rodents. What human food can chinchillas eat, if any? They can eat some. The key is always to … [Read more...] about What Human Food Can Chinchillas Eat? (Be Very Careful!)

Pumpkin seeds are becoming a bit of a fad these days. They contain a lot of healthy vitamins and minerals, and many people like to add them to salads or other recipes. The key word in that sentence is people. The seeds might be good for us, but what about our furry little pets? Can chinchillas eat pumpkin seeds, too? And are they just as healthy for them? The … [Read more...] about Can Chinchillas Eat Pumpkin Seeds? (Limit The Amount!)

Chinchillas and guinea pigs have a lot in common. No surprise, since they are somewhat related. So it only makes sense to wonder if chinchillas can eat guinea pig food. It is much easier to find than chinchilla food. And many pet store employees will even recommend it. But can you trust pet store employees? The answer to that is no. It is rare to find one that … [Read more...] about Can Chinchillas Eat Guinea Pig Food? (Yes, But There’s A Problem)

We don't know much about chinchillas in the wild. For a number of reasons. For one, there are not many of them left, since they are endangered. They also live in remote areas, so there hasn't been much research conducted. As a result, we do not know exactly what chinchillas eat in the wild. But we do know some things. Keep reading to learn everything we know … [Read more...] about What Do Chinchillas Eat In The Wild? (You’ll Be Surprised)