Chinchillas are native to Chile and Peru. In the wild they live in groups and make their home in burrows and natural outcroppings and crevices. These small, cute rodents have plush, soft coats of fur. They weigh around 1 to 1.5 pounds and can be up to a foot long. They have rounded ears and eyes on either side of a. read more
Chinchillas as Pets Chinchillas can make wonderful pets for the right family. They are smart, inquisitive, and loving animals. They are active, vocal, and entertaining to watch. Since they can live up to 20 years they can be long time companions. They are not recommended for young children. read more
50 Fun Facts about Chinchillas for Kids May 3, 2015 Looking after a chinchilla everyday, Nature and character of a chinchillas, Where chinchillas come from Chris Chinchillas are some of the most attractive, quiet, clean and odour-free rodents that have are known today. read more
Chinchilla Health Care. Chinchillas are sensitive and can become sick as a result of drafts, heat, stress, or poor diet. Here’s what to watch for: Heat Stress. The sweet spot for chinchillas is a temperature range 15 – 25 Celsius. Above this and they may experience heat stress or heat stroke. read more
If you are unable to devote that much time to your pet, it is better to have two chinchillas than one lonely unhappy pet. Two chinchillas can play and interact and not be completely dependent on their owner. Care Sheet Information on the supplies necessary to care for your pet. Food & Diet The food, diet, and nutritional requirements of your pet. read more
Chinchilla Facts If you are planning to have a chinchilla as pet, you should be aware of some important facts. Read this PetPonder article to know more about chinchilla facts and information. read more