Characteristics

You may have heard that the chinchilla is the cutest animal in the world. Or that it is the softest. Maybe those are true and maybe not. But one thing is for certain: it is close. The chinchilla is, without a doubt, among the cutest, fluffiest, and softest animals on earth. So what does a chinchilla look like exactly? Well, the photos here will tell you a lot. … [Read more...] about What Does A Chinchilla Look Like? (Everything You Need To Know)

Chinchillas are famous for being super soft. They are also cute and cuddly. And relatively easy to care for. Given all that, it comes as no surprise that they are becoming more and more popular as pets. But it is the softness we are interested in today. The chinchilla fur density is what makes them so soft. Fur density refers to the number of hairs that grow on a … [Read more...] about Chinchilla Fur Density (And Why It Can Be A Problem)

I always heard chinchillas were super soft. But I had no idea what to expect. Are chinchillas the softest animal in the world, like some say? One day on vacation, I got a chance to find out. I saw a little petting zoo that had two chinchillas. It was obviously meant for kids, but I didn't want to miss the opportunity. I got some weird looks, but I finally got to pet … [Read more...] about Are Chinchillas The Softest Animal In The World?

How could something so small and cute be dangerous? You'd be surprised. Plenty of small rodents can get quite nasty and aggressive. Not to mention that many of them carry deadly diseases. Is any of that the case here? Are chinchillas dangerous in any way? In general, you have nothing to worry about with a chinchilla. But it is possible that they become … [Read more...] about Are Chinchillas Dangerous? (What You Need To Know)

I get it. When you have a fluffy, adorable pet, you want to spend time with it. You want to hold it and cuddle it and play with it. Well, you can do those things with a chinchilla, but maybe not as much as you would like. Most chinchillas will let you hold the and pet them sometimes. But not all that often. How about playing. Are chinchillas playful? When it … [Read more...] about Are Chinchillas Playful? (What You Need To Know Before Getting One)

Obviously, I love chinchillas. I mean, I started a blog all about these adorable little rodents! But why do I love them so much? There are a lot of reasons. First and foremost are all the fascinating and unique chinchilla characteristics. They have a lot going for them! And if you keep reading you will learn all about the things that make these fluffballs … [Read more...] about Chinchilla Characteristics (A Comprehensive Guide)

Chinchillas are amazing little creatures. They have a number of unique and fascinating characteristics and behaviors. That's because hey come from a harsh environment: the South American Andes. They had no choice but to develop these incredible chinchilla adaptations. Their unique behavioral and physical adaptations allow them to survive the inhospitable Andean … [Read more...] about Chinchilla Adaptations (8 Behavioral & 9 Physical)

Have you ever seen an Angora chinchilla? They're adorable! Somehow they manage to be even cuter than regular chinchillas! Are their looks the only difference? Or do Royal Persian Angora chinchillas differ from other types in other ways as well? Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about the Angora chinchilla, including how it differs from other types … [Read more...] about What Is An Angora Chinchilla? (Main Differences & Vital Facts)

Do you care about color? Some people just want a chinchilla and don't much care what color it is. But most have a specific color in mind. Sure, the common gray chinchillas are just as cute as any other (mine is gray). But there is just something extra special about a black chinchilla, isn't there? The only problem is that ebony chinchillas are rarer and tend to … [Read more...] about Black Chinchillas (Vital Facts, Pricing, Options & How to Find)