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Are Wire Bottom Cages Bad For Chinchillas? (Must Read)

Last updated September 4, 2023 By Josh Leave a Comment

You see them everywhere. Wire bottom cages are probably the most common type of chinchilla cage. Even a lot of breeders use them. They are smaller, so they tend to cost less and take up less space. But there is a lot of information out there claiming that these cages are bad for chinchillas. That they can potentially damage their feet. Is that true? And if so, … [Read more...] about Are Wire Bottom Cages Bad For Chinchillas? (Must Read)

Do Chinchillas Need Big Cages? (Requirements & Meeting Them On A Budget)

Last updated February 3, 2023 By Josh 2 Comments

Do Chinchillas Need Big Cages

Chinchillas are tiny. So you can just put them in a small cage, right? Well, if you've spent any time on forums or FB groups frequented by chinchilla owners, you've probably noticed that many of them insist you get a pretty large cage for this tiny rodent. Why is that? Do chinchillas really need cages that big? The clue is in their personalities and their physical … [Read more...] about Do Chinchillas Need Big Cages? (Requirements & Meeting Them On A Budget)

Do Chinchillas Like Fleece? (Yes, But Follow These Instructions)

Last updated June 16, 2023 By Josh 3 Comments

Do Chinchillas Like Fleece

Do you hate wood shavings as much as I do? When I first got my chinchilla, I used aspen shavings as her bedding. It worked well, but I got absolutely sick and tired of always having to replace them. Not only did it take up a lot of time, but it also costs money to have to keep buying new shavings. That's why I started researching reusable solutions. And the most … [Read more...] about Do Chinchillas Like Fleece? (Yes, But Follow These Instructions)

Do Chinchillas Have To Be In A Cage? (Vital Info For Chin Owners!)

Last updated February 3, 2023 By Josh 2 Comments

Do Chinchillas Have To Be In A Cage

Imagine hanging out on your sofa with your chinchilla. It's a wonderful image. But chinchillas are not cats or dogs. You can't just hang out with them wherever and whenever you want. If that's the kind of relationship you want with your pet, do not get a chinchilla. They have a few specific needs and characteristics that make this kind of owner-pet relationship … [Read more...] about Do Chinchillas Have To Be In A Cage? (Vital Info For Chin Owners!)

What Kind Of Cage Does A Chinchilla Need? (How to Avoid Problems)

Last updated March 30, 2022 By Josh Leave a Comment

What Kind Of Cage Does A Chinchilla Need

We've all seen the photos or videos. Cute little chinchillas in tiny cages that are only a few times larger than the animal itself. What did you think when you saw them? Was it that the poor little chin needs more space to feel comfortable? Then you're on the right track. But size is not the only important consideration when trying to find the right kind of cage … [Read more...] about What Kind Of Cage Does A Chinchilla Need? (How to Avoid Problems)

Chinchilla Exercise Balls (Why They Are Far Too Dangerous)

Last updated June 27, 2023 By Josh 1 Comment

Chinchilla Exercise Balls

We've all seen cute little hamsters racing around a room in one of those hamster balls. Adorable, right? Naturally, it would be just as adorable if a chinchilla did it. But don't go out and buy a chinchilla exercise ball just yet. Chinchillas are not hamsters. Their unique physiology makes the use of exercise balls extremely dangerous. Plus, most of them are … [Read more...] about Chinchilla Exercise Balls (Why They Are Far Too Dangerous)

Can Chinchillas Live Outside? (A Potentially Fatal Mistake)

Last updated August 23, 2023 By Josh Leave a Comment

Can Chinchillas Live Outside

Are you excited to get your new chinchilla? Do you already have a spot picked out in your back yard for your new pet? Well, I have some bad news for you. Your chinchilla can not live outside. You may have seen some caveats on other websites that state you can keep your chinchilla outdoors if you meet certain conditions. But that is far too risky, for a number of … [Read more...] about Can Chinchillas Live Outside? (A Potentially Fatal Mistake)

Best Chinchilla Cages (Reviews, Comparison & 19 Buying Tips)

Last updated July 31, 2023 By Josh 2 Comments

Best Chinchilla Cages

Price is important. But other factors are far more important. The good thing is that some of the best chinchilla cages actually sell for a great price, too. In other words, it is very possible to get great value for your money. But you need to know which cages give you that value. Most just aren't very good. And you need to know which features are most important … [Read more...] about Best Chinchilla Cages (Reviews, Comparison & 19 Buying Tips)

How Do You Keep Chinchilla Poop In The Cage? (7 Actionable Tips)

Last updated July 16, 2023 By Josh 6 Comments

Poop is everywhere! When I first got my chinchilla, I could not believe how much she pooped. And somehow, that poop always escaped from the cage and ended up on my clean floor. That meant daily sweeping. I hate sweeping. So I asked the same question you're asking now: "How do you keep chinchilla poop in the cage?" It can seem that no matter what you try, the poop … [Read more...] about How Do You Keep Chinchilla Poop In The Cage? (7 Actionable Tips)

How Big Should A Chinchilla Cage Be? (Sizing + 7 Tips)

Last updated July 16, 2023 By Josh 2 Comments

How Big Should A Chinchilla Cage Be

Chinchillas are small animals. So you really don't need a big cage, right? Well, big is relative. The cages you tend to see on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, etc. are usually far too small. Chinchillas need more space in their cage than most other similarly-sized pets. How big should a chinchilla cage be then? Keep reading to learn the absolute minimum dimensions … [Read more...] about How Big Should A Chinchilla Cage Be? (Sizing + 7 Tips)

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