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Chinchilla Exercise (Everything You Need To Know)

Last updated August 23, 2023 By Josh Leave a Comment

Chinchilla Exercise

Chinchillas are naturally round. They are adorable little balls of fur. Keyword: little. We don't want them to become big fluffballs. That will have a negative effect on their physical and mental health. Just as with humans, that means a healthy diet and plenty of chinchilla exercise. How much exercise? And what type of exercise is best for a chinchilla? Keep … [Read more...] about Chinchilla Exercise (Everything You Need To Know)

How To Keep Chinchillas Warm In Winter (9 Easy Tips)

Last updated October 15, 2023 By Josh Leave a Comment

How To Keep Chinchillas Warm In Winter

Chinchillas are used to cold weather. They have extremely dense (and soft!) fur that keeps them warm. In fact, it keeps them so warm that hot temperatures are dangerous for them. But temperatures that are too low are equally dangerous. That's why you need to know how to keep chinchillas warm in winter. So how low is too low? Keep reading to find out. We'll … [Read more...] about How To Keep Chinchillas Warm In Winter (9 Easy Tips)

Chinchilla Pumice Stone (Safety And Other Vital Info)

Last updated July 31, 2023 By Josh Leave a Comment

Chinchilla Pumice Stone

It's the same problem as always. You've heard about pumice stones for chinchillas. But what you've heard is contradictory. Some say chinchilla pumice stone is great for your pet's teeth. Others say it can be dangerous. So who is right? Both! Pumice stones can be great, but you need to make sure you only get ones that are safe for chinchillas. Keep reading to … [Read more...] about Chinchilla Pumice Stone (Safety And Other Vital Info)

How To Clean A Chinchilla Cage Efficiently (And Make It Less Painful)

Last updated August 22, 2023 By Josh Leave a Comment

How To Clean A Chinchilla Cage

Chinchillas are fairly low-maintenance pets. But there are two main tasks you need to perform for your pet. Chinchillas need playtime outside the cage every day and they need a clean cage. I will show you how to clean a chinchilla cage more efficiently. That makes it a bit less of a chore, but it's still a chore. And how often you have to clean the cage? Every … [Read more...] about How To Clean A Chinchilla Cage Efficiently (And Make It Less Painful)

Do Chinchillas Need A Wheel? (What You Need To Know)

Last updated August 22, 2023 By Josh 1 Comment

Do Chinchillas Need A Wheel

Chinchillas are fairly low maintenance. They do not need a ton of toys and accessories to keep them happy and healthy. But they do need a few things. Does that include an exercise wheel? Do chinchillas need a wheel in their cage or is it just a nice thing to have? Keep reading to learn if you absolutely must buy your chinchilla an exercise wheel, if it is … [Read more...] about Do Chinchillas Need A Wheel? (What You Need To Know)

How Much Are Chinchilla Cages? (Plus The Costs Of Accessories)

Last updated August 4, 2023 By Josh Leave a Comment

How Much Are Chinchilla Cages

You may have heard that chinchillas are expensive pets. You may have also heard that they are cheap pets. In fact, you may have read the latter on this site. Chinchillas are actually quite inexpensive when compared to many common pets. But for some reason, they have a reputation among some for being expensive. Maybe it's their endangered status. Or maybe it it … [Read more...] about How Much Are Chinchilla Cages? (Plus The Costs Of Accessories)

Keeping Chinchillas Cool Without A/C (10 Easy And Effective Methods)

Last updated August 4, 2023 By Josh 2 Comments

Keeping Chinchillas Cool Without AC

You know that insanely soft and dense fur for which chinchillas are famous? It is designed to keep them warm in their natural habitat high up in the Andes mountains. When you move them into your warm home, that fur can suddenly pose a problem on hot days. You need to ensure your chinchilla stays cool to avoid heat stroke, which can be fatal. And before you even … [Read more...] about Keeping Chinchillas Cool Without A/C (10 Easy And Effective Methods)

How To Set Up A Chinchilla Cage (Avoid One Big Mistake)

Last updated July 16, 2023 By Josh Leave a Comment

How To Set Up A Chinchilla Cage

Setting up a chinchilla cage is relatively straightforward. As long as you know how to do it. If you know the best type of cage to get and what you need to put inside it, you're already most of the way there. You just need a bit more info on how to set up the chinchilla cage and where best to put it. The hard part is finding that information. At least it was when I … [Read more...] about How To Set Up A Chinchilla Cage (Avoid One Big Mistake)

How To Chinchilla Proof A Room (Best Methods & Tips)

Last updated June 16, 2023 By Josh 2 Comments

How To Chinchilla Proof A Room

Your home is a dangerous place. Maybe not for you, but definitely for a tiny little chinchilla. Not a problem, you say, as long as you keep your chin in its cage. But you can't do that. Time outside the cage to interact and socialize with you is vital. Without it, your chinchilla will suffer. So you need to make sure you set up a safe location in your home where … [Read more...] about How To Chinchilla Proof A Room (Best Methods & Tips)

Should I Cover My Chinchilla’s Cage? (Why It’s A Bad Idea)

Last updated June 16, 2023 By Josh 2 Comments

Should I Cover My Chinchillas Cage

It is not uncommon to cover a pet's cage. And there are usually good reasons to do this. At least during certain times of the day. But what about chinchillas? Should you cover your chinchilla's cage? As you probably know by now, these little rodents are quite unique. What goes for other animals, is often completely different when it comes to chinchillas. And this … [Read more...] about Should I Cover My Chinchilla’s Cage? (Why It’s A Bad Idea)

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